COCKTAIL RECIPE
French 76
French 76 - a slightly mellowed and fresh version of the classic French 75. Gin, lemon and champagne combine to create a light, bright and sophisticated cocktail.
French 76 is a drink born in the sophisticated atmosphere of Parisian 1920s nights. After Prohibition, bartenders fleeing from America to Europe wanted to create a new and refreshing cocktail by combining the energy of gin and sparkling wine. This cocktail is not just a drink; it is the accompaniment to moments of deep conversation, laughter and jazz in Parisian bars.
“Sparkling moments are the lightest but most lasting memories of life”
The aromatic pungency of gin, the vibrant acidity of lemon and the fizz of champagne combine to evoke with every sip the warm breeze of a summer evening, the glow of street lights and the intimate bustle of bars. French 76 became a symbol of elegance and energy at the time; it was remembered as a drink drunk amid elegant clothes, long dresses, bright tulle and jazz melodies.