Festive French 75 Cocktail
This sparkling French 75 combines gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and dry sparkling wine for a bright, bubbly, and elegant cocktail—perfect for celebrations and holidays.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Champagne flute
- Bar spoon
- Small knife and peeler
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin dry gin preferred
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 3 oz dry sparkling wine Champagne, prosecco, or similar
- lemon twist optional garnish
- cranberries optional garnish
- orange juice optional splash
Instructions
- Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled champagne flute.
- Top with dry sparkling wine, pouring slowly.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or cranberries if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use any dry sparkling wine; Champagne is classic, but prosecco works well. Adjust simple syrup for sweetness. A splash of orange juice softens the citrus edge. Chilled glass keeps it crisp.