The Thanksgiving Sparkler is an autumn cocktail that was created by Nick Mautone at Rainbow Room in New York City, New York and was first published in his book The Artisanal Kitchen: Holiday Cocktails. This fall-inspired variation of the classic French 75 combines a brandy base with the seasonal flavor of spiced pumpkin, the sourness of lemon, and the effervescence of semi-dry bubbly to make a festive sipper that’ll keep you buzzed through the long holiday weekend.
Pour brown sugar on a plate, rim a champagne glass with ¼ oz pumpkin spice syrup, and roll rim of glass in brown sugar until coated.
Add brandy, ½ oz pumpkin spice syrup, and lemon juice to rimmed champagne glass.
Top with sparkling wine.
Garnish with grated nutmeg.