How to Make a French 75 Cocktail – A Light and Bubbly Classic
Paul Cooper
Information
4 min
Light to Medium
1 cocktail
Gin-based Cocktail
France, early 1900s
A Brief History of the French 75 Cocktail
The French 75 Cocktail dates back to World War I and was named after the French 75mm field gun due to its powerful kick. Originally served in a coupe, it later transitioned to flutes for better bubble retention.Â
A blend of gin, lemon juice, sugar, and Champagne, it’s the perfect balance of bright, bubbly, and boozy. Today, the French 75 Cocktail remains a classic choice for toasts and elegant occasions.
Ingredients
- 30ml gin
15ml fresh lemon juice
15ml sugar syrup
Champagne (to top)
Ice
Lemon peel or twist (for garnish
Equipment You’ll Need
Jigger
Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Fine mesh strainer
Champagne flute or coupe
Bar spoon or garnish peeler
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Method
Step 1 - Add Ingredients to Shaker
Pour 30ml gin, 15ml fresh lemon juice, and 15ml sugar syrup into a cocktail shaker.
Step 2 - Fill with Ice and Shake
Add plenty of ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Step 3 - Double Strain into Glass
Using a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh strainer, pour into a chilled Champagne flute or coupe.
Step 4 - Top with Champagne
Slowly add chilled Champagne until the glass is almost full.
Step 5 - Garnish and Serve
Twist a lemon peel over the glass to express the oils, then drop it into the drink or place it on the rim.
Cocktail Recipe
The French 75 Cocktail is as stylish as it is simple. With bright citrus, botanical gin, and effervescent Champagne, it’s a perfect balance of light, crisp, and celebratory. Whether for a brunch menu or an evening toast, this cocktail adds sparkle to any moment.
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