Exploring the History and Origins of the French 75 Cocktail

Cocktail College returns with a bang this week, as we explore the Champagne-spiked, artillery-inspired French 75. Cognac expert Ms. Franky Marshall is on hand to share expert advice on navigating the drink’s base spirits, build, and ideal glassware. Listen on (or read below) to discover Franky’s French 75 recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe! 

Ms. Franky Marshall’s French 75 Recipe 

Ingredients 

• ½ ounce fresh lemon juice 
• ½ ounce simple syrup 
• 1 ounce of gin or Cognac 
• 1 ½ - 2 ounces sparkling wine (ideally Champagne) 
• Garnish: lemon twist 

Directions 

1. Add lemon juice, simple syrup, and base spirit to a cocktail shaker with ice. 
2. Lightly shake until chilled. 
3. Fine-strain into a chilled coupe glass. Top with sparkling wine. 
4. Express lemon twist over the cocktail from at least 6-8 inches above the glass and discard. 

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