The French 75 is an elegant gin-based champagne cocktail combining dry gin, fresh lemon juice, powdered sugar, and champagne for a bright, fizzy aperitif. Named after a WWI artillery gun, it's celebrated for its balance of citrus and effervescence.
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Pour into Tom Collins glass containing cracked ice and fill up with Champagne.
Cocktails are best served immediately after preparation. Do not store pre-made French 75s.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger · strainer
Champagne defines the drink's signature fizz and elegance. Prosecco or other dry sparkling wine can substitute if needed, but the result will differ slightly in flavor and prestige.
Fresh lemon juice is essential for proper balance and brightness. Bottled juice will make the cocktail taste flat and bitter.
Fill the glass with cracked ice before building the drink, then discard the ice and liquid before pouring. This chills the glass without diluting the cocktail.
Prepare the gin, lemon juice, and sugar mixture ahead, but add champagne and ice only per drink to preserve carbonation and chill.
London Dry gin with assertive botanicals works best. Avoid heavily flavored gins that overpower the delicate citrus and champagne balance.
