CELERY FRENCH 75 COCKTAILS

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The ultrasmooth French 75 cocktail is named for an equally ultrasmooth 75-millimeter artillery cannon used in World War I. In this version, the alluring blend of gin and sparkling wine gets an aromatic herbal lift from celery-infused syrup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Cocktail Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 12 cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons packed fresh celery leaves, plus more for garnish
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 4 to 5 lemons)
6 ounces gin, chilled
1 bottle (750 mL) sparkling wine, such as Champagne or cava, chilled
Candied Lemon Zestor lemon twists, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; add celery leaves. Let syrup cool. Pour through a fine sieve into a bowl; discard leaves.
  • To assemble each cocktail, combine 1 tablespoon celery syrup, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce gin in a Champagne glass. Top off with wine; gently stir to combine. Garnish with celery leaf and lemon rind or twist; serve immediately.

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