Cocktails

Champagne Flamingo

Champagne Flamingo is an alcoholic cocktail built on Chilled Champagne. It leans aperitif, bitter and herbal. Shaken and served in a Champagne Flute. Expect about 17.2% ABV and roughly 231 kcal (estimated per recipe).

Reviewed by the WhatDrink Editorial TeamHow we calculate nutritionSuggest a correction

Cocktailalcoholic17.2% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

231 kcalCalories

17.2%ABV

7.4gSugar

10.7gCarbs

1.86Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

0.75 ozVodkaBase Spirit
0.75 ozCampariLiqueur Modifier
5.0 ozChilled ChampagneFortified Wine

How to Make It

Shake vodka and Campari with ice.Shaken
Strain into chilled champagne flute and top with Champagne.Strain
Add orange twist.Add

How to Serve

Glass: Champagne Flute
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

AperitifBitter Herbal

Supporting notes

AppleBubblesCitrus Mineral

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

AperitifSuggested from its bitter and herbal notes.
Happy HourSuggested from its bitter notes, pairing with charcuterie and olives.
CelebrationSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Charcuterie OlivesSalty Snacks

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka0.75 oz

GinWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes: Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Campari0.75 oz

AperolNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use the same amount, but expect a much softer drink.
What changes: Aperol can replace Campari only if you want a sweeter, lighter and less bitter result.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Champagne Flamingo?: The Champagne Flamingo is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Champagne Flute. It has an ABV of approximately 17.2%. A standard serving contains approximately 231 calories.
What does a Champagne Flamingo taste like?: Champagne Flamingo has a flavour profile featuring Aperitif, Bitter, Herbal, Apple. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Champagne Flamingo?: Champagne Flamingo pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Champagne Flamingo?: The Champagne Flamingo has an ABV of approximately 17.2%. That's approximately 1.86 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 231 kcal, 7.4g sugar, 10.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Champagne Flamingo typically served?: Champagne Flamingo is often suggested for Aperitif, Celebration, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Champagne Flamingo?: If you enjoy Champagne Flamingo, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Champagne Flamingo at home?: Yes. The Champagne Flamingo uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Champagne Flute. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Champagne Flamingo with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.