French 75
Prohibition | Champagne | from Anders Erickson
The French 75 is a sparkling cocktail that’s maintained its popularity for nearly a century. An effervescent twist on the Gin Sour, its simple to make and perfect to drink anytime.
Cognac
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Brand |
|---|---|---|
| 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml | Champagne | |
| 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml | Cognac | Maison Rouge VSOP |
| 0.5 oz / 12.5 ml 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml | Fresh Lemon Juice | |
| 0.5 oz / 17 ml 0.75 oz / 25.5 ml 1 oz / 34 ml 1.5 oz / 51 ml | Simple Syrup |
Notes
- Method: Shaken
- Pour: Single Strain
- Glassware: Champagne Flute
- Garnish: Lemon Twist
- Special Prep: Pour 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml of sparkling wine into the flute first. Top glass if necessary after pouring in the cocktail.### Gin
Gin
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Brand |
|---|---|---|
| 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml | Champagne | |
| 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml | Gin | Plymouth |
| 0.5 oz / 12.5 ml 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml | Fresh Lemon Juice | |
| 0.5 oz / 17 ml 0.75 oz / 25.5 ml 1 oz / 34 ml 1.5 oz / 51 ml | Simple Syrup |
Notes
- Method: Shaken
- Pour: Single Strain
- Glassware: Champagne Flute
- Garnish: Lemon Twist
- Special Prep: Pour 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml of sparkling wine into the flute first. Top glass if necessary after pouring in the cocktail.
