Ingredients

• 1/2 cup brandy
• 4 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 tablespoons framboise eau-de-vie (clear raspberry brandy)*
• 15 strawberries, hulled
• 1 750-ml bottle chilled brut Champagne

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Instructions

1. Stir brandy, sugar, and framboise in medium bowl. Slice 9 strawberries; add to brandy mixture. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature, then strain. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover; chill brandy mixture and remaining 6 strawberries separately.)
2. Divide brandy mixture among 6 Champagne glasses. Add 1 strawberry to each glass. Fill with Champagne; serve.
3. *Available at liquor stores and some specialty foods stores.