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The French 76

Why you are pouring this tonight

The French 76 swaps gin for vodka. Cleaner, more neutral, lets the champagne drive. Served in a champagne flute with a lemon twist.

What changes from the French 75

Gin out. Vodka in. Rest stays.

What to pour it alongside

Oysters, canapes, anything at a proper drinks party.

The recipe

The French 76 cocktail variation of The French 75. Food & Drinks recipe photo.

The French 76

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: French
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 30 ml vodka
  • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 10 ml simple syrup
  • 90 ml chilled champagne or sparkling wine

Method
 

Method
  1. Shake vodka, lemon juice and syrup with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled flute.
  3. Top with champagne. Garnish with a long lemon twist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcal
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Want the classic? Our French 75 recipe is here.