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A clear champagne glass filled with a bubbling liquid and a thyme sprig, sitting next to a glass jar and two pink orchid flowers.

Classic French 75 Cocktail

A classic and sophisticated cocktail that is the perfect balance between tangy, citrus, bubbles and a hint of botanical flavors, made from Gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and champagne. This Classic French 75 Cocktail is all the right things and a perfect drink to sip on all through the spring and summer months.
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Course: cocktails, Drinks, sips
Cuisine: French
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 Cocktail
Calories: 169kcal
Author: Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Simple Syrup

  • ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ Cup Water
  • Lemon Peel

French 75 Cocktail

  • 1 ½ Ounces Gin
  • ¾ Ounce Lemon Juice Fresh Squeezed
  • ½ Ounce Simple Syrup
  • 2 Ounces Champagne Chilled
  • Lemon Twist or Sprig of Thyme for Garnish

Instructions

Simple Syrup

  • Combine the granulated sugar, water and one piece of lemon peel into a small sauce pan and bring to a simmer
  • Continue simmering until the granulated sugar has dissolved
  • Remove the syrup from the stove and allow it to cool completely
  • Pour the syrup into a jar and store in the refrigerator until ready to use
  • Once you use the syrup for the cocktail, save the remaining syrup for another cocktail (this will stay in the refrigerator for 2 weeks)

Classic French 75 Cocktail

  • In a champagne glass, combine the Gin, lemon juice and simple syrup and gently stir
  • Top the glass off with the champagne and a sprig of thyme or a lemon twist
  • Serve immediately! Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cocktail | Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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