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French 75
A bright classic cocktail of gin, fresh lemon, and sparkling wine. Crisp, citrusy, and deceptively elegant for something that takes only a few minutes to make.
DifficultyEasyTotal time5 minServes1
Overview
Prep5 min
Cook0 min
Total5 min
Servings1
DifficultyEasy
Ingredients
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Champagne flute or coupe
- Citrus peeler
Method
01
Shake
1) Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 2) Shake for about 10–15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
02
Strain and top
1) Strain into a chilled Champagne flute or coupe. 2) Slowly top with the chilled sparkling wine.
03
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a lemon twist and serve immediately.
Tips
NoteAdd the sparkling wine after shaking, never before. Bubbles belong in the glass, not inside a sealed cocktail shaker.
Nutrition
NoteNutrition varies by ingredient brands and serving size.
Storage
Best freshDo not store the finished cocktail. Mix it immediately before serving so the sparkling wine stays lively.
Frequently asked
Does it have to be Champagne?+
No. A dry sparkling wine such as Crémant, Cava, or a dry Prosecco can work well.
Why is my French 75 too sweet?+
Reduce the simple syrup slightly. The ideal balance depends on how dry your sparkling wine is.
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