French 75
French 75
French 75 cocktail dates back to World War I (which was then known as the Great War). It consists of gin, champagne, lemon juice and sugar. The name likely comes from the caliber of the French canon.
INGREDIENTS & METHOD
- 1 ounce gin
- 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup or superfine sugar dissolved
- 2 ounces French champagne
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker and shake well. Pour into a champagne flute and fill with 2 ounces of French Champagne.
