French 75

French 75 is a classic, hard-hitting refresher with Champagne and gin, named after a rapid-firing piece of French artillery used during World War I.

French 75

Course: DrinksCuisine: European
Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5

minutes
Servings

1

minute

Ingredients

  • undefined — cracked ice

  • 2 fluid ounces — gin

  • ½ fluid ounce — lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon — simple syrup

  • 5 fluid ounces — brut champagne, chilled

  • 1 slice — lemon

Directions

  • Chill cocktail shaker and glass (champagne flute or collins glass) in the freezer.
  • Fill chilled cocktail shaker with ice; add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to shaker. Cover and shake until the outside of shaker has frosted. Fill chilled glass half full with ice; strain cocktail into glass. Top with champagne; garnish with a lemon slice.

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