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French 75

This classic French 75 cocktail recipe is made with champagne, gin, fresh lemon juice, and lightly sweetened with sugar (or honey) simple syrup.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: French
Keyword: cocktail
Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces gin
  • 1 ounce freshly-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup (see recipe below)
  • 2 ounces chilled dry champagne
  • lemon twist

Instructions

  • Combine the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup together in a cocktail shaker with a few pieces of ice.  Cover with a lid and vigorously shake for a few seconds to combine.
  • Strain the mixture into a champagne flute and top with champagne.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with a lemon twist if desired.

Notes

To make simple syrup, bring equal parts water and sugar (or honey) to a boil in a small saucepan (or in the microwave), and whisk for about 30 seconds or until the sweetener has dissolved.  Remove from heat and refrigerate to cool.
Here’s a video tutorial for how to make a lemon twist.