French 75

French 75

Dating back to World War I this cocktail is named after the Canon de 75 modèle 1897, a fast-firing French artillery piece famous for its punch. First appeared in Harry’s ABC of Mixing Cocktails published in 1925.

Ingredients

Method

Add base ingredients to shaker with ice, shake 8-10 seconds, hard and fast. Double strain into chilled flute or coupe and top with the sparkling wine. Express lemon twist and drop into glass.

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