Shake

French 75

ShakeFluteGarnish: Lemon twist
  • Tanqueray London Dry Gin
    1½ oz
  • Lemon Juice
    ¾ oz
  • Simple syrup
    ½ oz
  • Champagne
    2 oz

Method

Add gin, lemon juice, and syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake for 10–12 seconds. Strain into a chilled flute. Top with Champagne.

Notes

The gin version is the original and best. The Cognac variation (popular in New Orleans) is also excellent — substitute 1.5 oz Cognac for the gin.