The French 75 cocktail was created during World War I and is named after the French 75mm field gun, known for its powerful kick—just like the drink. It first appeared in print in 1922 in Harry’s ABC of Mixing Cocktails, attributed to bartender Harry MacElhone of Harry’s New York Bar in Paris. The original recipe used gin, lemon juice, sugar, and Champagne, creating a sparkling, citrusy cocktail with a potent punch. Over time, the French 75 became a staple of sophisticated drinking culture, especially popularized in America during the Prohibition era.
Flavor:
The French 75 has a bright, citrusy flavor with a crisp, effervescent finish from the Champagne. Its balance of tart lemon, botanical gin, and subtle sweetness makes it both refreshing and deceptively strong.
IBA Category:
Contemporary Classics
Ingredients:
2 oz gin
1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
¾ oz simple syrup
3 oz chilled Champagne
Ice
Lemon twist, for garnish
Recipe:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
Strain into a chilled Champagne flute.
Top with Champagne.
Garnish with a lemon twist and serve immediately.
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