Jul 14 2026

French 75 Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Gin, Simple, Lemon, Sparkling Wine

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Ingredients

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CLASSIC COCKTAILS

Method

CLASSIC COCKTAILS

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all your ingredients: gin, simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling wine. Ensure you have ice cubes ready.

  2. 2

    Mix the Base

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 cup of gin, 0.5 cup of simple syrup, and 0.5 cup of fresh lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Shake with Ice

    Add ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Strain into Glass

    Strain the mixture into a champagne flute or cocktail glass, filling it about two-thirds full.

  5. 5

    Top with Sparkling Wine

    Carefully top the glass with approximately 3 cups of chilled sparkling wine to fill it up. Pour slowly to avoid overflow.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with a lemon twist on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing French 75!

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