Lavender French 75 Recipe

Gin: A distilled alcoholic drink made from juniper berries, providing a strong and aromatic base for the cocktail.

Fresh lemon juice: Adds a bright and tangy flavor to balance the sweetness of the syrup and the dryness of the champagne.

Lavender simple syrup: A sweet syrup infused with lavender flowers, giving the cocktail its unique floral note.

Champagne: A sparkling wine that adds effervescence and a touch of luxury to the drink.

Lemon twist: A thin strip of lemon peel used as a garnish to add a citrus aroma and visual appeal.

When making the lavender simple syrup, ensure you use culinary-grade lavender to avoid any bitterness. Steep the lavender in hot water for about 10 minutes before adding sugar to create a more intense and aromatic flavor. This will enhance the floral notes in your Lavender French 75.

• gin - Substitute with vodka: Vodka has a neutral flavor that can easily take on the other flavors in the cocktail.

• fresh lemon juice - Substitute with lime juice: Lime juice provides a similar tartness and acidity to balance the drink.

• lavender simple syrup - Substitute with honey simple syrup: Honey simple syrup adds a floral sweetness that can mimic the lavender notes.

• champagne - Substitute with prosecco: Prosecco is a sparkling wine that offers a similar effervescence and lightness.

• lemon twist - Substitute with orange twist: An orange twist provides a citrusy aroma and a slightly sweeter flavor.

• To keep your lavender simple syrup fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last for up to two weeks, ensuring you have plenty of time to enjoy multiple Lavender French 75 cocktails.
• If you have leftover lemon juice, pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a zip-top bag. This way, you can easily pop a cube into your next cocktail without any waste.
• For the gin, store it in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. This will help maintain its quality and flavor for your next mixology adventure.
• Champagne should be stored in a cool, dark place as well. Once opened, use a champagne stopper to keep it fizzy for up to three days in the refrigerator.
• If you want to prepare the cocktail in advance, mix the gin, lemon juice, and lavender simple syrup together and store in a sealed container in the fridge. This mixture can be kept for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, simply shake with ice, strain, and top with champagne.
• Garnish with a lemon twist just before serving to ensure it stays fresh and vibrant. Store any extra lemon twists in a small container in the refrigerator, wrapped in a damp paper towel to maintain their moisture and freshness.

• Pour the leftover Lavender French 75 into a glass container with a tight-fitting lid to preserve its effervescence.
• Store the container in the refrigerator to keep it chilled and fresh.
• When ready to reheat, avoid using a microwave as it will ruin the champagne's bubbles.
• Instead, pour the drink into a chilled glass and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to slightly warm up.
• If you prefer a bit more fizz, top it off with a splash of fresh champagne before serving.
• Garnish with a fresh lemon twist to enhance the presentation and flavor.

• Cocktail shaker: Used to mix the gin, lemon juice, and lavender simple syrup with ice to chill and combine the ingredients.

• Ice: Essential for chilling the ingredients in the cocktail shaker to ensure the drink is served cold.

• Strainer: Helps to strain the mixed cocktail into the champagne flute, leaving the ice behind.

• Champagne flute: The glass used to serve the Lavender French 75, allowing the champagne to retain its bubbles and elegance.

• Jigger: A measuring tool to accurately measure the gin, lemon juice, and lavender simple syrup.

• Lemon zester: Used to create the lemon twist garnish, adding a touch of citrus aroma and visual appeal.

• Bar spoon: Useful for gently stirring the champagne into the cocktail if needed, ensuring a smooth blend without losing too many bubbles.

Pre-make lavender simple syrup: Prepare the lavender simple syrup in advance and store it in the fridge for up to a week.

Use fresh lemon juice: Squeeze fresh lemon juice ahead of time and keep it in a sealed container.

Chill champagne: Ensure your champagne is well-chilled before making the cocktail to save time.

Pre-cut lemon twists: Pre-cut lemon twists and store them in an airtight container in the fridge.

Batch cocktails: If serving multiple guests, batch the gin, lemon juice, and lavender simple syrup mixture in a large pitcher and shake individual servings as needed.