Recipe: French 75

I am a big fan of bubbly, and this French 75 drink is a nice change up to just plain 'ole bubbly. It would be a nice drink to serve for a holiday or just with a group of friends. And just as the article below indicates, it definitely packs a punch. Cheers!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/pb/recipes/french-75/10847/

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• Ice
• 1 ounce gin (you could use Cognac)
• 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 ounce simple syrup (see NOTE)
• 4 or 5 ounces brut champagne
• Twist of lemon peel, for garnish

DIRECTIONS:
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the gin, lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds, then strain into a champagne flute. Top with the champagne as needed, and garnish with the twist of lemon peel.
NOTE: To make simple syrup, combine 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a slow rolling boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes. Transfer to a heatproof container and let cool to room temperature. Cover tightly and refrigerate until chilled through; store indefinitely.