Low Iodine French 75
Few cocktails feel as celebratory as this classic French 75, and the good news is that every ingredient in it fits comfortably within a low-iodine approach. Gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and dry sparkling wine are all naturally free of the seafood, dairy, and iodized salt that people on this diet typically need to avoid. The result is a bright, effervescent drink that tastes like a special occasion without any of the ingredient-label stress. Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives it a sharp citrus backbone that balances the botanicals in the gin beautifully, while the Champagne adds a festive fizz that makes every sip feel elegant. Shaking the base hard over ice before topping with cold sparkling wine is the key move — it chills and dilutes just enough to round out the flavors without losing that lively sparkle. Serve it in chilled flutes with a curled lemon twist and it looks every bit as impressive as it tastes. Whether you're toasting a milestone or just making a Tuesday feel special, this is a genuinely effortless pour.
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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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