I've always loved a classic French 75, but lately I can't stop dreaming up all the sparkling, colorful ways to remix it. These 10 bubbly variations are ridiculously easy and so pretty in the glass. I promise you'll want to shake up every single one.
1. Rose Syrup French 75
I cannot get over the dreamy colors in this cocktail, and it's all thanks to that stunning Empress gin. It starts as a deep indigo blue and then, as soon as it hits lemon juice, it magically transforms into a gorgeous bright pink. A splash of rose syrup brings a scrumptious botanical flavor to the party, making every sip feel so special.
2. Honey Ginger French 75
Craving a little sweet heat to shake up your classic? You're going to fall hard for this honey ginger French 75.
The magic is in the homemade honey ginger simple syrup, where floral honey meets spicy, zippy ginger in the most fantastic way. Do yourself a favor and whip up a big batch of that syrup because you'll be drizzling it into everything.
3. Unicorn French 75
I still haven't spotted a real unicorn, but I'm so happy this cocktail exists! You'll skip the gin and reach for butterfly pea infused Unicorn Vodka, which pulls off the same color changing magic as Empress gin.
It pours bright blue and, with a squeeze of citrus, shifts to the prettiest soft purple. The gentle floral flavor is just lovely too.
4. Cranberry Rosemary French 75
Tart cranberry juice brings a gorgeous festive color and a whole lot of flavor to this cranberry rosemary French 75. It's such an easy ingredient to grab, especially around the holidays.
And the rosemary infused vodka? You can easily DIY it in just a few days, and it doubles as a lovely homemade gift.
5. French 77
Elderflower liqueur and gin are basically best friends, so it just makes sense to bring them together in a French 77. I love how its sweet, fragrant floral notes replace the simple syrup entirely. And if you want to keep things a little more budget friendly, no stress, just pour in your favorite sparkling wine instead of Champagne.
6. Blueberry Basil French 75
This blueberry basil French 75 is loaded with flavor in the very best way. It's sweet, it's herbal, and every sip is perfectly balanced.
And can we talk about how stunning it is? That purple pink hue is just show stopping. If you really want to dial up the color, grab a bottle of Empress 1908, a gorgeous butterfly pea gin from Canada that I'm absolutely obsessed with.
7. French 76
The French 76 is my go-to when I want something simple and familiar with just a tiny twist. You still get that bright lemon juice, a touch of simple syrup, and all those lovely Champagne bubbles.
The only switch? Swap out the gin, which can be a little too botanical for some, and reach for a smooth vodka instead.
8. Blood Orange French 75
Blood orange might just be the most irresistible citrus out there, and it's an absolute dream in a French 75. I'm obsessed with that deep, intense color and the way its bold flavor is both gorgeous and delicious. This bubbly pink drink is made for celebrations, and I promise it'll leave you completely satisfied.
9. Pomegranate French 75
Your next holiday gathering needs this pomegranate French 75 on the menu. It's fruity, festive, and absolutely fantastic in every way.
Pomegranate juice hits that sweet tart balance perfectly, and that deep red hue is holiday perfection. Pop open some bubbly and celebrate with friends and family, this one's made for sharing.
10. Cherry French 75
You probably already guessed it, this cherry French 75 is all about letting juicy cherries take center stage. A quick, easy homemade syrup with real cherries puts that sweet, fruity flavor right up front. Then just add your usual bubbly suspects and pop a fresh cherry on top for the prettiest garnish.
