French 75
The French 75 is a classic cocktail that combines the zest of lemon with the effervescence of champagne and the botanical kick of gin. It's a sophisticated drink perfect for celebrations or a classy cocktail hour.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Champagne flute
- Ice
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces gin
- 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- 3 ounces champagne or sparkling wine
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add the gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake well until the mixture is well chilled, about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled champagne flute.
- Top with the champagne or sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Notes
Traditionally, the French 75 is made with gin, but it can also be prepared with cognac. The cocktail is named after the French 75mm field gun, which was known for its power and precision during World War I.