Twinkle
Vodka and elderflower topped with Champagne. A modern London classic by Tony Conigliaro.
Shaken · Champagne flute · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 15% ABV
Ingredients
- 30 ml Vodka
- 15 ml Elderflower liqueur
- 90 ml Champagne or sparkling wine
- Lemon twist (garnish)
Method
- Chill the glass
- Pour 30 ml vodka into the shaker
- Pour 15 ml elderflower liqueur into the shaker
- Add ice
- Shake hard
- Strain
- Top with 90 ml champagne or sparkling wine
- Garnish
Tip
Shake the base briefly, then top.
About the Twinkle
Created by Tony Conigliaro in London in the early 2000s, at the Lonsdale bar. It mixes vodka, elderflower and Champagne.
The spritz family. The spritz is said to date from Austrian rule in north-east Italy in the 1800s, when soldiers added a splash ("spritzen") of water to the local wine. Bitter aperitivo liqueurs and sparkling wine were added in the 20th century, and the spritz became a global summer drink in the 2000s.
Twinkle FAQ
What's in a Twinkle?
30 ml vodka, 15 ml elderflower liqueur, 90 ml champagne or sparkling wine, garnished with lemon twist.
How strong is a Twinkle?
About 15% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 2.0 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir a Twinkle?
Shake it. shaking chills it quickly and adds a little texture.
What glass do you serve a Twinkle in?
A champagne flute, about 180 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No champagne flute? Use a small wine glass.
