This colorful Chambord and champagne cocktail with frozen berries is perfectly effervescent with crisp refreshing fruitiness.
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I learned about this cocktail at my favorite restaurant in Salado, Texas ~ Adelea’s on Main. While searching for some old doors to upcycle, I came across this quaint home turned restaurant.
The waitress behind the bar was mixing up a cocktail with champagne, pinot grigio, Chambord and frozen berries, and she immediately caught my attention.
I sat at a table outside on the patio and asked the waitress what went into this raspberry sangria. She told me the ingredients, I ordered a glass, and after a wonderful lunch of pimento cheese quiche and a crisp salad with sugared pecans and poppy seed dressing, my next stop was the liquor store.
I made a pitcher for our outdoor Easter celebration, and it was a hit.
One of the best things about this cocktail is that it uses frozen berries, so your drink gets cold, but never waters down. Drink it with caution though; it’ll knock you off your feet in no time.
What is Chambord?
Chambord is a brand of berry liqueur produced in the Loire Valley of France. It contains extracts of blackberries, raspberries and black currants that are infused with cognac.
The taste is bright and tart with velvety notes of Madagascar vanilla and honey with a smooth pop of citrus and ginger.
It has a 23 percent alcohol content by volume.
Instead of Chambord, you can use Framboise, which is the generic name for raspberry liqueur. Just be sure not to use the Framboise beer, which is a raspberry beer.
You can make so many different cocktails with chambord raspberry liqueur, like margaritas, martinis and brambles.
One of the more popular recipes is a Chambord Royale, which includes champagne, Chambord and berries.
This sangria recipe is similar to the Royale but adds sweet white wine and a splash of sprite.
Chambord and champagne cocktail
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup frozen berries
- 1/2 cup champagne
- 1/2 cup pinot grigio
- 2 tbsp raspberry liqueur
- 1 tbsp sprite
Instructions
- Place the berries into the bottom of a cocktail glass. Pour in the champagne, pinot grigio, raspberry liqueur and sprite. Stir and enjoy.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Ingredients for Chambord Champagne Cocktail
- Frozen berries: There’s no need to thaw them. They’ll take the place of ice cubes and add flavor as they thaw in the glass.
- Champagne: I prefer Brut because it’s more dry. If you like a sweeter champagne, choose Sec champagne or Doux champagne. You can also use prosecco or another sparkling white or rose wine.
- Pinot grigio: This is a semi-sweet crisp white wine.
- Chambord: You can find this liqueur in the alcohol section with the other liqueurs like cointreau.
- Sprite: This is optional, but it adds a touch of sweetness and more fizz.
See the full recipe card for servings and a full list of ingredients.
How to mix this cocktail
- Prep: Place the frozen berries in a glass.
- Mix: Pour in the liquids and gently stir.
✔️ PRO TIP
Because champagne is carbonated, don’t shake this drink it a cocktail shaker. Instead, just stir it in the glass.
How to serve
I like serving this in stemless wine glasses in the summer. It’s especially festive for the 4th of July. It you plan to serve it for New Year’s Eve or Christmas, use a champagne flute or coupe glass.
Serve with a straw. If you don’t have small cocktail straws, cut a regular straw with a pair of scissors. You can also garnish with a sprig of mint.
Storage
You can make this recipe up to one day in advance by mixing together all of the ingredients except for the frozen berries. When ready to serve, add frozen berries to the glass and pour the cocktail right on top.
I don’t recommend making it too much more in advance because the champagne will get flat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely. The raspberry liqueur brings out the fruitiness of the grape in the champagne and complements it very well.
Yes. You can serve Chambord in a small glass and sip it as an after dinner drink.
Cheers! I hope you enjoy!
I think I am going to make this with Korbel Champagne and Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur for my Thirty One party next week!
Looks like a really delicious sangria!
Thanks Nancy