How to Make Champagne Jellies — The Victorian Way

Buy your copy of our ’Victorian Way’ cookery book: Visit Audley End House and Gardens for yourself: Happy New Year! The festive season is coming to an end at Audley End House and we find Mrs Crocombe busy preparing a light after-dinner palate cleanser. An ideal way to celebrate, this sparkling wine jelly is very easy to make and will keep its bubbles even after setting if properly chilled in advance. Keep in mind, it’s just as alcoholic as a glass of Champagne! English Heritage is a charity that cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites. Find out how you can support our work here: INGREDIENTS • Bottle of Champagne (or another sparkling wine) • 5 oz (140g) sugar • 8 sheets gelatine • Diced fruit (optional) METHOD 1. Chill the Champagne as cool as possible before beginning. This will help to keep the bubbles in. You could put it in the freezer for 30–40 minu