French 75

Ingredients

2 ounces gin

¾ ounce fresh lemon juice

¾ ounce simple syrup

2 ounces Prosecco (or Champagne)

Lemon twist and/or rosemary sprig as garnish

Equipment

shaker

strainer

champagne flute

Recipe

Everyone likes a bit of bubbly to celebrate an important milestone - birthdays, graduations, new job, getting through a week of Zoom meetings during a pandemic, etc. This drink is perfect for whatever you are celebrating. Simply shake together the gin, juice and simple syrup with ice to chill. Strain into a champagne flute and top with your favorite sparkling wine (champagne, prosecco or cava all work well).

The drink is easily modified with fruity versions of simple syrup - fig, pomegranate, rhubarb, blueberry and peach are all delicious. With peach, it’s a Bellini!