French 75
Total Time
5 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
1 serving
- 1 1/2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (see recipe below)
- 2 ounces chilled dry champagne
- lemon twist
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup together in a cocktail shaker with a few pieces of ice. Cover with a lid and vigorously shake for a few seconds to combine.
Step 2
Strain the mixture into a champagne flute and top with champagne.
Step 3
Serve immediately, garnished with a lemon twist if desired.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
To make simple syrup, bring equal parts water and sugar (or honey) to a boil in a small saucepan (or in the microwave), and whisk for about 30 seconds or until the sweetener has dissolved. Remove from heat and refrigerate to cool.
Here’s a video tutorial for how to make a lemon twist.
