French Seventy-Fives

James Beard

Author and Educator

What could be more fun, indulgent, and celebratory than a festive Champagne cocktail? Based on a Tom Collins, this recipe was originally published in James Beard's first book.

Yield

1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sugar syrup or superfine sugar
  • Juice of 1 lemon or 1 1/2 limes
  • 4 ounces gin
  • 2 ounces Champagne

Method

Combine sugar syrup, juice, and gin in a cocktail shaker. Shake well. Pour into a 12-ounce glass with plenty of ice. Top with Champagne.

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