French 75 Cocktail Recipe – Easy Steps for Perfect Elegance
A timeless cocktail combining sparkling champagne, gin, and citrus for a touch of elegance, perfect for celebrations or unwinding after a long day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz (30 ml) gin
- 3/4 oz (22 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz (15 ml) simple syrup
- 2–3 oz (60–90 ml) champagne
- Ice
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup by combining 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (120 ml) water in a saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Cool before using.
- Chill your champagne flute in the freezer for 5–10 minutes.
- Roll the lemon on your countertop to release the juices, then cut it in half and squeeze. You’ll need about 3/4 oz (22 ml) of juice for one cocktail.
- In a cocktail shaker, add gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
- Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the mixture into your chilled champagne flute.
- Top with champagne and gently stir once or twice with a bar spoon to combine.
- Garnish with a thin strip of lemon peel, twisted to release its oils, and serve immediately.
Notes
[‘Use high-quality gin and champagne for the best results.’, ‘Chill your glassware to keep the drink crisp and refreshing.’, ‘Adjust the sweetness by adding more simple syrup or lemon juice to taste.’, ‘Be gentle when stirring to preserve the champagne bubbles.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 10
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