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two champagne glasses

The French 75 is pure Elegance in a Glass

Kevin Mayfield
This turn of the century cocktail never goes out of style and is a great alternative to a Champagne Cocktail.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Course Classic Cocktails
Cuisine French
Servings 1 Cocktail
Calories 56 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ounce gin
  • ½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1-2 dashes of simple syrup
  • 2-4 ounces of Champagne

Instructions
 

  • Add a scoop of ice to a cocktail shaker.
  • Pour in gin, lemon juice and simple syrup and shake for about 20 seconds.
  • Strain into a chilled Champagne flute and fill with Champagne.
  • Add a lemon peel twist for garnish.

Notes

Even though you are mixing, use a quality Champagne. The taste of inferior spirits will come through.
I prefer a dry or brut champagne, as it will pair better with the botanical gin.
You can substitute Cognac for the gin (but then you are getting close to a Champagne Cocktail)

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 183mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Champagne drinks, French 75, French cocktails, New Years cocktails
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