Name: French 77 Cocktail with Gin
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 cocktail
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 oz elderflower liqueur; 1 oz gin; 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice; 2 ounces dry champagne or Prosecco; lemon twist

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French 77 Cocktail with Gin

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Instructions

Add the elderflower liqueur, gin, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake until the outside is frosty and very cold, about 20 seconds.

Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass or champagne flute. Top the cocktail with the champagne. Garnish with a lemon twist and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chill Your Glassware ❄️
Pre-chill your coupe or flute glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before serving to keep the cocktail crisp and prevent premature warming from dilution.
Fresh Lemon Juice Only 🍋
Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled; the vibrant acidity is crucial for balancing the floral elderflower liqueur and achieving the perfect tart profile.
Elderflower Liqueur Quality Matters 🌸
Invest in premium elderflower liqueur like St-Germain, as it provides authentic floral complexity; cheaper alternatives can taste artificial and overpower the gin's botanicals.
Champagne Temperature Control 🥂
Keep your champagne or Prosecco at 45-48°F and add it last, pouring slowly and carefully to preserve carbonation and prevent excessive fizzing that dilutes the drink.
Lemon Twist Expression Technique 🔪
Cut a wide lemon peel, twist it over the drink to express the oils directly onto the surface, then drop it in; this technique adds aromatic complexity and visual elegance to your cocktail.