Ingredients

6 pieces candied ginger (each about 2 inches)

1 bottle (6.7 ounces) angostura bitters

2 bottles (750 milliliters) Champagne brut, such as Perrier-Jouet, chilled

Preparation

Place ginger in a small bowl. Pour bitters over; cover. Let stand at room temperature 4 hours.

Strain, reserving liquid for another use. Slice each piece of ginger in half lengthwise. Drop one half into the bottom of each of 12 Champagne coupes or flutes. Top with Champagne; serve immediately.