The Trophy — World Cup Final

Name: The Trophy — World Cup Final
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 oz sparkling white grape juice (well-chilled); 1 oz elderflower cordial; 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice; Edible gold leaf (1 small sheet); Champagne flute; Lemon twist, for garnish

A luxurious gold-leafed champagne-style celebration drink — the ultimate zero-proof toast for the World Cup Final.

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Prep time

3 min

Total time

3 min

Serves

Difficulty

Easy

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Bright & refreshing

A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.

Simple ingredients

Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.

Perfect for occasions

Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.

4 oz sparkling white grape juice (well-chilled)
1 oz elderflower cordial
0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
Edible gold leaf (1 small sheet)
Champagne flute
Lemon twist, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Prepare the glass
Chill a champagne flute in the freezer for 5 minutes.
2
Build the drink
Pour elderflower cordial and lemon juice into the chilled flute.
3
Add the finishing touch
Top with sparkling white grape juice — pour slowly to preserve the bubbles.
4
Garnish & serve
Using tweezers or clean fingers, gently place a small piece of edible gold leaf on the surface.
5
Garnish & serve
Add a lemon twist on the rim.
6
Garnish & serve
Raise your glass and toast — you just watched the World Cup Final.

Recipe Tips

Chill everything beforehand — cold drinks hold their bubbles longer.
Edible gold leaf is available on Amazon for about $10 for 10 sheets — enough for a whole party.
For a rosé version, use sparkling rosé grape juice instead of white.
This is meant to be served in a champagne flute — presentation is everything for this drink.

Make It Your Own

For a crowd: Chill all still ingredients in advance and finish each flute with sparkling water or cider as guests arrive.

Easy swaps: Use alcohol-free sparkling cider in place of sparkling water. Use lemon instead of lime for a softer citrus note.

Frequently Asked Questions

What glass is best for a toast?

A flute or coupe keeps the bubbles and the celebration-focused presentation.

Can I make this sweeter?

Add a small amount of simple syrup to the still base before chilling.

Is a non-alcoholic sparkling wine necessary?

No. Sparkling water or cider can create a festive alcohol-free finish.

Recipe by

Larry Leo

Editorial recipe guidance

This page provides editorial development guidance; it does not represent a documented preparation claim. Check the ingredient list, substitution guidance, and dietary labels before serving.

Recipe record updated: August 26, 2026

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