French 75
A bright gin-and-bubbles classic associated with Casablanca.
Difficulty
Medium
Glass
Champagne flute or coupe
Ice
Shake base with ice; top with bubbles
Tools
Shaker, strainer
Ingredients
- 1 oz Gin London Dry is a safe choice.
- 1/2 oz Simple syrup Keeps the lemon balanced.
- 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice Fresh lemon is worth it.
- Top with Champagne or prosecco Use prosecco if you want the cheaper/easier version.
How to make it
- Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker.
- Shake with ice for 10–15 seconds.
- Strain into a flute or coupe.
- Top with champagne or prosecco.
- Garnish with lemon if you have it.
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