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Popping the cork with Hennessy Cognac & the French 75

May 14, 10:10 AMCocktails ExaminerCheri Loughlin
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French 75 – revised by The Intoxicologist - photo property of The IntoxicologistChampagne is the ultimate celebration cocktail for any festive occasion. Whether served in a pristine flute alone or used to complement an equally beautiful cocktail creation as bubbly topper, champagne is the “go to” party popper. 

The French 75, most commonly known to contain the base spirit Gin, becomes richer and lusher in flavor when Cognac is exchanged as the base spirit. Lemon freshness zings through with great appeal (pardon the pun) with just a dab of sweetness to lighten the effervescence. Tingles of freshness delight the senses to the last drop.
 
French 75 – revised by The Intoxicologist
1-1/4 ounce Hennessy Cognac
3/4 ounce Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
1/2 ounce Bar Syrup (or a tad less)
Brut Champagne
Lemon Twist for Garnish
 
Combine Hennessy, lemon juice, and bar syrup in a cocktail shaker filled one third full of ice. Shake thoroughly for ten to fifteen seconds. Strain into a chilled champagne flute. Top off with champagne. Garnish with lemon twist. 
 
Side Note: If using Courvoisier rather than Hennessy up the amount to 1-1/2 ounces of cognac to achieve the balance of flavor. 
 
A little French 75 history: Reloading the French 75
Another exciting twist on the French 75 using Grappa: Suprema Twist
Full review of La Suprema Grappa with an additional cocktail: When Grappa is La Suprema! E ‘Favolosa!
 
Copyright 2009 Cheri Loughlin – The Intoxicologist – All Rights Reserved
More About: Cocktails · Champagne · Cognac

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