Eggless French 75
Few cocktails feel as effortlessly celebratory as this classic sparkling gin drink, and the good news is it comes together in under a minute with just four ingredients. Gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup get shaken hard over ice until the shaker is frosty cold, then the whole thing gets topped with well-chilled Champagne for a drink that's bright, citrusy, and beautifully effervescent. Many classic cocktail recipes sneak in egg whites for a frothy texture, but this version skips that entirely and still delivers an elegant, restaurant-worthy result. Pouring the sparkling wine slowly down the side of the glass is the small technique that keeps every sip lively and bubbly. A lemon twist draped over the rim adds a fragrant, citrusy finish that makes it look as good as it tastes. Whether you're toasting a special occasion or just turning a Tuesday into something worth celebrating, this is the kind of drink that always lands.
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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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