French 75

A small gin sour becomes a sparkling cocktail when finished with Champagne. Shake only the still ingredients, then add the wine gently in the glass to preserve its texture and avoid pressure in the shaker.

French 75 served in a flute glass against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 30 ml London dry gin
  • 15 ml Fresh lemon juice
  • 15 ml Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water by weight)
  • 60 ml Chilled brut Champagne

Instructions

  1. Chill a flute glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
  4. Strain into the chilled flute glass.
  5. Add the measured chilled brut champagne slowly and give one gentle stir.
  6. Serve promptly.