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French 75

A super signature cocktail for any dinner party
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons 1 1/2 ounces gin
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1/4 cup 2 ounces Champagne, chilled

Instructions

  • Using zester or paring knife, slice peel from lemon in long, thin spiral. Reserve lemon for another use and set peel aside.
  • In cocktail shaker, combine gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Add ice and shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain into chilled Champagne flute and top with sparkling wine.
  • Garnish drink with twist and serve immediately.

Notes

Simple Syrup: Equal parts water and sugar. In a medium saucepan combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool.
Adapted from Epicurious.com