Tips for a better mix
- Use well-chilled sparkling wine and add it slowly.
OPC ORIGINALS
French 75
Gin · lemon · sparkling wine · 5 minutes · Flute
An OPC editorial recipe to start a conversation. gin, lemon, sparkling wine. Make it your own, then share the people, place or moment behind your version.
In the glass
Ingredients for 1 drink · Ice as needed
- 25 ml gin
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 10 ml sugar syrup
- 60 ml chilled dry sparkling wine
- Lemon twist
Quantities are scaled from the recipe’s submitted serving count. Ice, unmeasured pinches and garnishes are as needed. For several cocktails, mix in shaker-sized batches.
Jump to the methodFor adults 18+. Drink responsibly.
THE METHOD
Make it, one step at a time.
- 1
Chill the serving glass. Measure the ingredients into a shaker, leaving out any garnish, soda or sparkling wine.
- 2
Add ice, close the shaker securely and shake firmly for about 10–15 seconds.
- 3
Strain into the serving glass. Top slowly with the sparkling ingredient and stir gently. Add the garnish, if listed.
A VISUAL GUIDE
See the key stages.
Look for these moments as you mix. Follow the written method for quantities and order.
STEP 1
Measure & prepare
Chill the serving glass. Measure the ingredients into a shaker, leaving out any garnish, soda or sparkling wine.
STEP 2
Shake until cold
Add ice, close the shaker securely and shake firmly for about 10–15 seconds.
STEP 3
Strain & finish
Strain into the serving glass. Top slowly with the sparkling ingredient and stir gently. Add the garnish, if listed.
Images show the intended stages and appearance.
BARTENDER’S NOTES & SWAPS
A little help from the OPC bar.
Optional pointers for making it your own while keeping the spirit of the recipe.
Make it your own
- Try a dry crémant in place of Champagne.
YOUR TURN