French 75 Cocktail Recipe – this classic cocktail is perfectly refreshing, citrus-y and sparkling! A fun gin cocktail that is perfect for toasting that special occasion or just sipping at your next night out!
There is just something about a classic cocktail. The combinations just work. You wouldn’t always think to put them together, but you do and they are delicious. A Vodka Gimlet is just 2 ingredients and so simple. But so tasty. Which is definitely the case with this French 75 cocktail as well.
Why do they call it a French 75
Well it all dates back to World War I. It is named after the French 75 millimeter light field gun that was part of the French military. The gun was known for its portability as well as rate of fire. So I guess you could say the drink is something that is good for any occasion and packs a punch. Which it definitely does! The gin with the champagne makes it easy to make and definitely something you want to sip on.
I had never actually had this cocktail until a few years ago. It was on a cruise and we asked the bartender for a recommendation. We got to talking and he recommended that we celebrate with this. It is the perfect balance of citrus and bubbly. If you are a fan of champagne on its own you will definitely love it. If champagne isn’t your favorite, trust me and try this! The gin and lemon juice do something magical to bring it all together and make it delicious.
So what are the French 75 Ingredients
- Gin
- Simple Syrup
- Lemon Juice
- Brut Champagne
Super simple ingredients can make for a tasty drink. The key is to use a good quality gin and a good quality champagne. That doesn’t mean you have to go buy a $50 bottle of champagne, just one you like drinking on its own works! And if you really want to get crazy, you could even use something other than gin if that isn’t your favorite. I have seen versions of this with both rum and vodka before.
How to Make a French 75
- Start by filling a cocktail shaker with ice
- Add gin, simple syrup, and lemon juice to the shaker and shake like crazy! You want to get it nice and cold.
- Pour into a champagne flute and top with champagne
- Use the end of a spoon to gently mix together. Garnish with a lemon peel and you are done.
This cocktail is super simple to make and you can have the ingredients on hand at all times. So if you are looking for a New Year’s Eve drink to serve or just want a fun sparkling cocktail look no further.
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- Vodka Cranberry with Lime
- French Martini
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- Cranberry Mojito
- Blue Margarita
- Easy Sangria Recipe
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French 75 Cocktail Recipe
French 75 Cocktail Recipe - this classic cocktail is perfectly refreshing, citrus-y and sparkling! A fun gin cocktail that is perfect for toasting that special occasion or just sipping at your next night out!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Gin
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 3 oz Brut Champagne
- Lemon peel
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice and add gin, lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake well.
- Pour into a champagne flute and top with champagne.
- Garnish with lemon peel to serve.
Nutrition Information
Yield
1Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 320Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 16mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 1gSugar 9gProtein 0g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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Melissa
Tuesday 7th of January 2020
So yummy and so easy to make - I really enjoyed this!
Matt Taylor
Tuesday 7th of January 2020
This looks like a great drink and super easy to make. I will have to pass it along to my friends that drink. :)
Beth
Tuesday 31st of December 2019
I am loving how simple this is to put together! So tasty too!
Chrissie Baker
Monday 30th of December 2019
Interesting post… I definitely do this cocktail at home. Thank you for sharing this amazing cocktail.
Sara Welch
Saturday 28th of December 2019
Love a good cocktail with a kick! This will be a hit on New Year's Eve, for sure!