Cranberry French 75 Cocktail
A festive twist on the classic French 75! This cocktail combines London dry gin, lemon juice, cranberry syrup, and sparkling wine for a tart, bubbly, and elegant drink that’s perfect for the holidays or any celebration.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Champagne flute
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Small saucepan
- Ice
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz London Dry Gin (Beefeater or Bombay Sapphire recommended)
- 0.75 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.75 oz cranberry simple syrup (spiced with cinnamon and clove optional)
- 3 oz brut champagne, prosecco, or any dry sparkling wine
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: lemon twist, fresh rosemary sprig, or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add gin, lemon juice, and cranberry simple syrup.
- Shake until the shaker feels cold to the touch.
- Strain into a chilled champagne flute.
- Top slowly with champagne, prosecco, or your choice of sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a lemon twist, rosemary sprig, or a few frozen cranberries.
Notes
Use a dry gin for a crisp finish. You can make cranberry syrup at home by simmering cranberries with sugar, water, and spices. Frozen cranberries make a great garnish and keep the drink cold. Always use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.