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French 75

A French 75 cocktail in front of a pink ombr background.
Photo by Isa Zapata, Food styling by Thu Buser, Prop styling by Maggie DiMarco

Gin and Champagne make a bubbly wonderful duo, which is why this classic cocktail is always a good idea.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1

Ingredients

2

ounces London dry gin

3

/4 ounce fresh lemon juice

3

/4 ounce simple syrup

2

ounces Champagne

Long spiral lemon twist (for serving)

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously until outside of shaker is very cold, about 20 seconds.

    Step 2

    Strain cocktail through a Hawthorne strainer or a slotted spoon into a large flute. Top with Champagne; garnish with lemon twist.