Nitrate & Nitrite Free French 75
Few cocktails feel as effortlessly celebratory as a well-made French 75, and this version is as clean and bright as it gets. Gin, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, a touch of simple syrup, and chilled sparkling wine are all you need — no mystery additives, no preserved mixers, no reason to second-guess what's in your glass. For anyone keeping a close eye on processed ingredients, classic cocktails can be surprisingly tricky because of pre-made sour mixes and bottled juices that sneak in unwanted preservatives. Here, everything is straightforward and made from scratch, so you stay in complete control. The technique is just as satisfying as the drink itself: a vigorous shake over ice gets the gin mixture perfectly cold before you slowly pour the bubbles in to keep that gorgeous effervescence intact. A curled lemon twist on the rim makes it look like something from a proper bar cart. Whether you're toasting a special occasion or just making a Tuesday feel a little more festive, 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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