French 75

Name: French 75
Ingredients: 1 oz Gin (London Dry style is traditional); 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice; 0.5 oz Simple syrup; 3 oz Champagne (Chilled dry sparkling wine)

A sophisticated and effervescent classic that balances the botanical notes of gin with sharp citrus and the crisp luxury of champagne. Created during WWI and named after the French 75mm field gun, it is known for its elegant presentation and surprisingly potent kick.

Base

gin

Difficulty

Medium

Glass

flute

Strength

medium

Ingredients

1 ozGin(London Dry style is traditional)
0.5 ozFresh lemon juice
0.5 ozSimple syrup
3 ozChampagne(Chilled dry sparkling wine)

Garnish: Lemon twist

Instructions

1Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.
2Shake well until chilled and strain into a champagne flute.
3Top with champagne and stir gently to combine without losing carbonation.