French 75 Recipe
Elegant, zesty French 75 recipe that marries gin, Champagne, and fresh lemon juice into a festive, easy-to-make cocktail perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin (Bombay Sapphire, Tanqueray, or Hendrick’s)
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice about half a medium lemon
- 1/4 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water; substitute honey syrup)
- 3 oz Champagne or Prosecco (Brut or Extra Brut recommended)
- Ice cubes large, to melt slowly
- Lemon twist for garnish (use a vegetable peeler for a long, elegant curl)
Instructions
- Pop the flute in the freezer or fill with ice water while you prep.
- Mix gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
- Shake with ice, then strain into the chilled flute.
- Slowly pour chilled Champagne or Prosecco on top.
- Garnish with a lemon twist and serve.
Notes
For a drier sip, choose a Brut Champagne. Prosecco adds gentle fruitiness.
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