French 75
5 minutes
1 Servings
Medium
Instructions
Ingredients:
1 ounce gin
1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 ounce simple syrup
3 ounces Champagne (or other dry sparkling wine)
Ice cubes
Garnish: lemon twist
Instructions:
Add Ingredients:
In a cocktail shaker, pour the gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Add Ice and Shake:
Fill the shaker with ice cubes, seal tightly, and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
Strain:
Double strain into a chilled flute glass using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine-mesh strainer for extra smoothness.
Top with Champagne:
Gently top with Champagne to preserve the bubbles.
Garnish:
Garnish with a lemon twist for a bright citrus aroma.
Notes:
Freshness Matters:
Freshly squeezed lemon juice keeps the drink crisp and vibrant, perfectly complementing the effervescence of Champagne.
Elegant Balance:
The French 75 combines the botanical depth of gin with sparkling wine’s delicate fizz, bridged by a touch of citrus and sweetness.
The French 75 was created in Paris during World War I and named after the French 75mm field gun, known for its quick and powerful impact. Like its namesake, the cocktail delivers a surprising kick despite its refined appearance.
For variations, try making it with Cognac instead of gin for a richer, warmer profile, or swap Champagne for a sparkling rosé to add a blush of color and a hint of fruitiness.
Ingredients
- Gin
- lemon juice
- simple syrup
- champagne
- ice cubes.
Equipment Needed
- shaker
- strainer
- jigger
- flute glass.
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