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French 75

French 75

By J.M. HirschDecember 31, 2017

  • Makes
    1 Cocktail
  • Cook Time
    5 minutes
  • Rating

A half-teaspoon of a saltwater solution—and Angostura bitters—give exceptional balance to this slight tweak on the classic French 75. We liked the clean flavors that resulted from almost-equal proportions of gin and sparkling wine. To prepare the saltwater solution, combine half a teaspoon of Diamond Crystal kosher salt and 6 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon water.

Ingredients
  • ¾

    ounce lemon juice

  • ¾

    ounce simple syrup

  • ½

    teaspoon 4-percent saltwater solution

  • 1 ½

    ounces gin

  • 2

    dashes Angostura bitters

  • 2

    ounces sparkling wine

In a cocktail shaker, combine the lemon juice, simple syrup, saltwater solution, gin and bitters. Fill the shaker with ice, then shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Pour into a flute glass and top with the sparkling wine.