Like the howitzer it was named after, the French 75 cocktail packs a punch, however it is elegant to both the eye and to the palate making it a wonderful drink to celebrate the New Year! In a shaker combine two parts gin (1.5 oz) and one part lemon juice (3/4 oz). Add a 1/2 oz of simple syrup. Add in some ice and then shake until chilled. Strain into a champagne or fluted wine glass and then top off with chilled champagne or dry sparkling wine. Finish with a lemon twist.
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