Ginger Free French 75
Few cocktails feel as effortlessly celebratory as this classic sparkling sipper. Bright lemon juice and smooth gin come together with a touch of simple syrup before being topped with chilled Champagne, creating something that tastes like a special occasion in a glass. The balance of citrus, spirit, and bubbles is genuinely hard to beat, whether you're toasting a milestone or just making a Tuesday feel more festive. Many cocktail mixes and pre-made drinks sneak in unexpected botanicals or spice blends, so mixing this one yourself from clean, straightforward ingredients means you know exactly what's going into your glass. The technique is simple — shake hard, pour slow, and let those bubbles do the work. A lemon twist draped over the rim adds a little elegance that makes it look far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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