French 75
French 75 is a citrus, sour and refreshing cocktail made with Gin, with moderate flavor complexity.
Ingredients
- 30 ml gin (recommended: London Dry)
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- 60 ml champagne or brut sparkling wine
- Ice
- Lemon twist
Method
- In a shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Add ice and shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a well-chilled flute, no ice.
- Top with cold champagne or sparkling wine.
- Stir gently to combine without killing the bubbles.
- Finish with the lemon twist.
FAQ
What is in a French 75?
A French 75 is made with 30 ml gin (recommended: London Dry), 15 ml fresh lemon juice, 15 ml simple syrup, 60 ml champagne or brut sparkling wine, Ice and Lemon twist.
When should you serve a French 75?
A French 75 fits a party, an aperitif, easy prep and a classic.
What is the bartender tip for a French 75?
The French 75 is the Tom Collins's sparkling cousin: the same gin, lemon, and syrup base, but the fizz comes from champagne instead of soda. London Dry holds up to the citrus; a very floral gin gets lost in the bubbles. The IBA uses 30 ml gin and 60 ml sparkling wine — if your brut is very dry, the 15 ml of syrup balances it; if it's sweeter (prosecco), cut 5 ml. A cold flute with no ice: the drink arrives chilled from the shake and the bubbles last longer. Brut cava or prosecco can replace champagne without losing character; avoid sweet sparkling wine. The lemon twist releases oil on the surface — lime makes the drink greener and sharper.