Chandon High Tea

When you combine two of the world’s most noble beverages, the result is a regal delight. Chandon Reserve Pinot Noir Brut (93 points and Editor’s Choice, Wine Enthusiast) is created using fruit specifically selected for the Reserve style and aged for a minimum of three years on the lees. Twinings Earl Grey tea (named for Charles, Second Earl Grey, Prime Minister of England) is made from the finest black tea leaves blended with the orange fruit flavor of bergamot. A classy cocktail for discriminating guests.

Ingredients for 1 cocktail

  • 3 tbsp Earl Grey simple syrup (see recipe below)
  • 1 thin slice of lemon
  • Chandon Reserve Pinot Noir Brut

Instructions for Earl Grey simple syrup

  1. In a saucepan, bring one cup of water and one cup of white sugar to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cook for 5 minutes and remove from heat. Place one Earl Grey tea bag in the saucepan and let the syrup mixture come to room temperature before refrigerating. Refrigerate for 4-5 hours, remove the tea bag and use the syrup as desired. Syrup will keep refrigerated for up to one month.

Instructions for cocktail

  1. Pour 3 tbsp of cold Earl Grey simple syrup into a Champagne flute. Top with Chandon Reserve Pinot Noir Brut and stir. Garnish with a thin slice of lemon and serve.

Suggested glassware: Champagne flute

Bottle Brut