Celery Free French 75
Few cocktails feel as effortlessly celebratory as this classic gin and Champagne sipper. Bright lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup balance the botanical notes of the gin, while a generous pour of chilled sparkling wine brings the whole thing to life with a gorgeous fizz. The technique here matters — shaking hard over ice gets everything properly cold before the bubbles even enter the picture, so every sip is crisp and refreshing from start to finish. Straining slowly into chilled flutes and topping with Champagne down the side of the glass keeps that effervescence intact, which is exactly what makes this drink so elegant. A curled lemon twist over the rim adds a little drama and a hint of citrus aroma that ties the whole glass together. This is the kind of cocktail that makes any occasion feel like a proper event, whether you're toasting something big or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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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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