Add a seasonal twist to the classic French 75 with this holiday version! Made with gin, lemon, and a festive cranberry syrup, the Holiday French 75 is topped with champagne and garnished with cranberries and rosemary. This cocktail is elegant, refreshing, and perfect for holiday toasts.
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Ingredients
- 1 ounce gin
- ½ ounce lemon juice
- ¾ ounce cranberry syrup
- champagne to top
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Fresh rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, and cranberry syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a flute or coupe glass.
- Top with champagne until the glass is full.
- Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for a festive touch.
Notes
Pro Tips
- For a homemade cranberry syrup, simmer fresh cranberries with sugar and water until the cranberries break down, then strain.
- Chill the champagne and glass before serving to keep the drink perfectly refreshing.
- Adjust the cranberry syrup to your taste for a sweeter or more tart cocktail.
Tasting Notes
The Holiday French 75 brings together the herbal notes of gin with bright lemon and festive cranberry, creating a balanced cocktail that’s both tart and refreshing. The champagne adds a delightful effervescence, while the cranberry and rosemary garnish provide an extra holiday touch—perfect for seasonal celebrations.