French 75

How to Make French 75

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1. Put the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup in a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice and shake hard for 10 seconds, until the outside is frosted.

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2. Strain into a chilled champagne flute.

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3. Top slowly with the sparkling wine, pouring it down the inside of the glass to keep the bubbles.

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4. Twist the lemon peel over the glass to release its oils, and drop it in or curl it on the rim.

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Tips for Making French 75

• Use fresh lemon juice and not a bottle. Bottled juice tastes flat, and the drink depends on the fresh, sharp lemon.
• Chill the glass and the wine. A cold glass keeps the drink fizzy for longer, and warm sparkling wine goes flat quickly.
• Pour the wine last and slowly. Adding it to the shaker will froth it over, and pouring quickly loses the bubbles.

What to Serve with French 75

• Oysters
• Smoked salmon canapés
• Salted almonds

Storing & Reheating French 75

Best made and drunk at once. The shaken base of gin, lemon and syrup can be mixed ahead and kept in the fridge for a day. Add the sparkling wine only when serving.

French 75 FAQ: Common Questions

French 75 Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.