What glass is a French 75 served in?

A champagne flute. A narrow surface keeps bubbles in the wine longer, and the column shows off the stream of fine bubbles.

Is a French 75 shaken or stirred?

Shaken. It contains citrus, juice, cream or egg, which need the force and aeration of shaking.

How strong is a French 75?

About 12% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.1 US standard drinks (15 g of alcohol) per serve.

How many calories are in a French 75?

Roughly 150 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.

Can I make a French 75 without London dry gin?

Yes. Vodka is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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French 75

Gin, lemon and sugar topped with champagne. Celebratory and dangerously easy to drink.

Strength: 12% ABV
Standard drinks (US): 1.1
Calories: 150 kcal
In the glass: 5¼ oz
Method: Shaken

London Dry Gin
Lemon Juice
Simple Syrup
Champagne

How to Make a French 75

Shake the gin, lemon juice and syrup with ice for 10 seconds.
Strain into a chilled flute.
Top slowly with champagne.
Garnish with a long lemon twist.

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About the French 75

Named after the French 75 mm field gun of World War I, because of its kick. Versions appeared in print in the 1920s, and the gin version was set down in the Savoy Cocktail Book in 1930.

Created 1920s in Paris, France. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: Shake the base, strain into the flute, then top slowly with champagne.

Taste Profile

Sweet

Sour

Bitter

Strong

Fresh

Good to Know

What glass is a French 75 served in?: A champagne flute. A narrow surface keeps bubbles in the wine longer, and the column shows off the stream of fine bubbles.
Is a French 75 shaken or stirred?: Shaken. It contains citrus, juice, cream or egg, which need the force and aeration of shaking.
How strong is a French 75?: About 12% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.1 US standard drinks (15 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a French 75?: Roughly 150 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.
Can I make a French 75 without London dry gin?: Yes. Vodka is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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