French 75

The French 75 is a classic cocktail that has a long and storied history. It was first created in Paris during World War I, and it quickly became a popular drink among the city's fashionable elite.

The French 75 gets its name from the powerful kick of its main ingredient, gin, which was said to be similar to the feeling of being hit by the French 75mm artillery gun. The drink was later popularized in the United States, where it has remained a classic cocktail to this day.

One fun fact about the French 75 is that it was a favorite of Ernest Hemingway, who is said to have enjoyed the drink while working as a journalist in Paris during the 1920s.

To make a French 75, you will need the following 

Ingredients:

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Champagne or sparkling wine
• Lemon peel for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice.
2. Add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
3. Shake well to combine the ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a champagne flute.
5. Top with Champagne or sparkling wine.
6. Garnish with a lemon peel, and serve immediately.

Cheers to the French 75!