Seed Oil Free French 75
Few cocktails feel as effortlessly celebratory as a French 75, and this version is as clean and bright as it gets. Gin, fresh lemon juice, a touch of simple syrup, and chilled sparkling wine — that's the whole lineup, and every ingredient is exactly what it sounds like. For anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their glass, this is a genuinely easy win: no flavored syrups with mystery additives, no pre-made sour mix loaded with refined oils or emulsifiers, just real citrus and quality spirits. The fresh lemon juice is the secret weapon here, giving the drink a sharp, natural tartness that bottled juice simply can't match. Shaking it hard over ice gets everything perfectly cold and slightly diluted in the best way before the bubbles go in. Pouring the Champagne slowly down the side of the glass is a small step that makes a real difference, keeping that effervescence alive all the way to the first sip. Finish with a lemon twist and you've got something that looks and tastes like it came from a proper bar.
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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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