Ingredients

  • 2 cupsLondon dry gin
  • 1 cupfresh lemon juice
  • ¾ cupsimple syrup
  • 2 bottlesbrut Champagne(chilled)
  • 🍋lemon twists, edible flowers(garnish)

🔧 Tools

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Instructions

  1. Combine gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup in punch bowl
  2. Add ice ring or block ice
  3. Top with chilled Champagne just before serving
  4. Stir gently once
  5. Garnish with lemon twists
  6. Serve in Champagne coupes or punch cups

📜 History

The French 75 cocktail emerged in Paris during or shortly after World War I, named for the powerful French 75mm field gun that was said to have a kick like the drink itself. This punch version scales the classic combination of gin, lemon, and Champagne for larger gatherings while maintaining its elegant, celebratory character.