French 75
Named after a World War I field gun, the French 75 combines sparkle and spirit for a celebratory sip. It evokes 1920s cocktail glamour and is often chosen for toasts and festive occasions.
Calories
163 kcal
Alcohol
Content
14.5%
Serving
1
Ingredients
Gin : 30 ml
Fresh lemon juice : 15 ml
Simple syrup : 15 ml
Champagne or sparkling wine : 90 ml approx., to top
Garnish :Lemon twist
Tools
Shaker
jigger
strainer
Glassware :Champagne flute
Steps
Add 30 ml gin, 15 ml fresh lemon juice and 15 ml simple syrup into a shaker filled with ice.
Shake briefly but thoroughly (about 8–10 seconds) until well chilled.
Strain the chilled mixture into a chilled champagne flute.
Top slowly with about 90 ml chilled Champagne or sparkling wine to preserve bubbles.
Express a lemon twist over the surface and drop it into the flute.
Serve immediately — light, effervescent and citrus-forward.
