Raspberry Champagne Cocktail

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 2 baskets raspberries and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl.
2. 2
   Mash berries lightly with fork.
3. 3
   Let stand 15 minutes.
4. 4
   Mix in liqueur and brandy.
5. 5
   Pour into jar.
6. 6
   Cover and let stand in dark cupboard 3 days.
7. 7
   Strain raspberry mixture, pressing on solids with spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
8. 8
   (Can be made 1 month ahead.
9. 9
   Cover; chill.)
10. 10
    Place 1 sugar cube in each of eight 6-ounce champagne flutes.
11. 11
    Pour 2 tablespoons raspberry mixture over each sugar cube.
12. 12
    Pour champagne over to fill glasses.
13. 13
    Garnish each with raspberries and lemon peel.