French 45 Recipe
French 45 is a cocktail made with gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and champagne. This drink combines the botanical notes of Tanqueray Rangpur Gin with the floral sweetness of St. Germain, making it a refreshing choice for French-inspired celebrations. Here's how to prepare it at home.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine Tanqueray Rangpur Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice.
Shake Well
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
Strain into Glass
Strain the mixture into a chilled champagne flute or cocktail glass.
Top with Champagne
Slowly top the drink with champagne to fill the glass.
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a twist of lemon peel and serve immediately.