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Strawberry French 75

Strawberries lend a fresh flavor to the classic.

 

RECIPE: Chad Whittington, Dilworth Tasting Room, Charlotte, North Carolina

PHOTO: Chad Whittington

December 31, 2020

Strawberry gives this twist on the classic French 75 an extra kiss of sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 2 OZ. LONDON DRY GIN
  • 1 OZ. STRAWBERRY SYRUP
  • 3/4 OZ. FRESH LEMON JUICE
  • BRUT CHAMPAGNE, TO TOP
  • TOOLS:SHAKER, STRAINER, FINE STRAINER
  • GLASS:COCKTAIL OR FLUTE
  • GARNISH:HALVED STRAWBERRY

Preparation

Combine the first 3 ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a cocktail glass or flute. Top with chilled Champagne. Garnish.

Strawberry Syrup:
1 pint strawberries
1 pint water
1 pint sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 tsp vanilla extract

Slice the tops off of the strawberries and cut them in half. Place them in a saucepan with the water and sugar, then slowly bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes. Stir to dissolve sugar. Use a potato masher or muddler to smash strawberries and continue to stir. Add cinnamon sticks and vanilla. Let simmer another 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Fine-strain into a bottle and keep in fridge up to 2 weeks.