Rosemary-Citrus Champagne Cocktails

Name: Rosemary-Citrus Champagne Cocktails
Yield: about 8 cups (2 L) 8 servings of about 1 cup (250 mL)
Ingredients: 6 4-in. (10-cm) sprigs fresh rosemary; 1 can (12 oz/355 mL) frozen citrus blend juice concentrate such as Five Alive®, thawed; 2 cups (500 mL) chilled club soda; 1 bottle (750 mL) chilled champagne; 3 cups (750 mL) ice, plus additional for serving

Aromatic rosemary is infused into this refreshing, sparkling drink.

Ingredients

6 4-in. (10-cm) sprigs fresh rosemary
1 can (12 oz/355 mL) frozen citrus blend juice concentrate such as Five Alive®, thawed
2 cups (500 mL) chilled club soda
1 bottle (750 mL) chilled champagne
3 cups (750 mL) ice, plus additional for serving

Directions

Place rosemary sprigs and juice concentrate into Classic Batter Bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 7-9 minutes or until mixture comes to a simmer. Carefully remove batter bowl from microwave.
Strain juice mixture into Family-Size Quick-Stir® Pitcher. Slowly add club soda and champagne to avoid overflow; plunge gently. Carefully add ice; plunge gently. Serve over additional ice.

Yield:

about 8 cups (2 L)
8 servings of about 1 cup (250 mL)

Nutrients per serving:

U.S. Nutrients per serving: Calories 160, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 15 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g

Cook's Tips:

To safely open a bottle of champagne, remove foil from the cork; dry off the bottle with a clean kitchen towel. Holding your thumb over the cork, carefully remove the wire cage. Place the towel over the cork and bottle. Hold the bottle in one hand and the cork and towel in the other. Tilt the bottle away from you and guests, then slowly twist the bottle, gently pulling down to remove the cork.