Ingredients: * 1.5 ounces VSOP cognac * .25 ounces simple syrup * .25 ounces fresh-squeezed lemon juice * Ice cubes * Brut champagne * Lemon peel (for garnish) Instructions: Add cognac, simple syrup, lemon juice, and ice cubes to a cocktail shaker. Shake well. Strain into a chilled champagne glass, top with champagne, and add lemon peel.