Cocktails · The Lion Chef
Cocktails
French 75
Gin, fresh lemon, sugar, and Champagne in one deceptively lively aperitif.
- Time
- 10 minutes
- Yield
- Makes 1
- Level
- Easy
Behind the recipe
The story behind the pour
I once thought Champagne was best left untouched, much like a fine beer. The French 75 changed my mind. Gin, sugar, and freshly squeezed lemon create a harmonious base that lets every element shine, while Champagne lifts the drink into something elegant, refreshing, and surprisingly powerful.
Method
Make it
- 01
Shake the base
Combine the gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sugar in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well for about 15 seconds, until thoroughly chilled and the sugar has dissolved.
- 02
Finish with Champagne
Strain the mixture into a Champagne glass and top with chilled Champagne.
- 03
Garnish
Twist a long, thin spiral of lemon over the glass and place it in the drink.
Lion Chef note
The French 75 is easy to drink but packs a punch. Serve it as an elegant opening cocktail and enjoy it slowly.
Beyond the glass
The character behind the pour
The recipe gives you the method. This is the context, point of view, and practical detail that make it distinctly The Lion Chef.
Why this one matters
I once thought Champagne was best left untouched, much like a fine beer. The French 75 changed my mind. Gin, sugar, and freshly squeezed lemon create a harmonious base that lets every element shine, while Champagne lifts the drink into something elegant, refreshing, and surprisingly powerful.
The detail that makes the difference
The French 75 is easy to drink but packs a punch. Serve it as an elegant opening cocktail and enjoy it slowly.
Behind the glass
A closer look
