French 95

Cocktail Recipe
French 95
Glass: Champagne Flute Difficulty: Medium Prep: 5 min Garnish: Lemon Twist Views: 3

Description

A refreshing cocktail that combines the elegance of champagne with the warmth of bourbon, perfect for celebrations or a night out.

History

The French 95 is an elegant twist on the classic French 75, incorporating bourbon for a richer flavor. It emerged in the mid-20th century as a nod to both French and American cocktail traditions.

Instructions

Step 1.
- Fill a shaker with ice and add bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Step 2.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix.
Step 3.
- Strain the mixture into a champagne flute.
Step 4.
- Top off with chilled champagne.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel.

Ingredients

1 oz Bourbon — none
0.5 oz Lemon juice — freshly squeezed
0.5 oz Simple syrup — none
3 oz Champagne — chilled
1 piece Lemon twist — for garnish (garnish)

Quick Info

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Created: 2026-02-11 19:57:33
Updated: 2026-03-09 05:26:11

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