Barley Free French 75
Few cocktails feel as effortlessly celebratory as this classic sparkling gin drink, and the good news is that every ingredient here is naturally free of barley and barley-derived additives. Gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and a dry sparkling wine come together in a shaker to create something bright, citrusy, and just a little bit fancy. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, beer and many spirits can be a minefield, but this combination sidesteps all of that without any substitutions or compromises. The key is shaking the gin base hard over ice until the shaker is genuinely frosty, then topping slowly with well-chilled Champagne so those bubbles stay lively in the glass. A curled lemon twist dropped over the rim adds a pop of color and a little aromatic lift that makes the whole thing feel like a proper occasion. Whether you're ringing in something special or just turning a Tuesday into an event, this is the kind of drink that delivers every single time.
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2 servings
- 3 oz gin
- 1 ½ oz fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 oz simple syrup
- ice cubes, for shaking
- 4 oz champagne or dry sparkling wine, well chilled
For serving
- 2 lemon twists, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- 2
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is very cold to the touch.
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