A more sophisticated version of the simple bucks fizz. Has a lot more depth to it too.
Mix
0.5 shots of Triple Sec
0.75 shots of Lemon Juice
0.5 shots of Sugar Syrup
Top up with Champagne
Shake
Add the first three ingredients to the mixing tin with lots of ice, shake thoroughly, strain and top up with Champagne.
Pour
Serve in a Flute glass and garnish with a lemon zest twist.
Ingredient Profile
A Va Va Voom cocktail casts a dark shadow.
Shot by Shot Guide
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Fill a Flute glass with ice and water to chill it while mixing the cocktail.
Measure 0.5 shots of Triple Sec and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.75 shots of Lemon Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.5 shots of Sugar Syrup and add to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Discard the ice and water in the glass.
Strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Gently stir.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a lemon zest twist.
Buy Ingredients
Buy all the ingredients to make the Va Va Voom recipe from mix shake and pour's recommended online retailers: TheDrinkShop.com (UK, Europe and Worldwide) and mySupermarket.co.uk (UK only). For further information on key cocktail ingredients see Stocking Your Home Bar.
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