If I had to pick a favorite cocktail, it would definitely be the French 75! I’ve tried so many variations over the years and honestly can’t think of one I haven’t loved. My all-time favorite is still the Empress 75, which I’ve shared here many times, but this new Framboise French 75 is a very, very close second!
Back in October, I had three dear friends travel here from Birmingham and Tampa for a whirlwind visit of eating, drinking and mahjong. We had the best time, although somehow I failed to get a single picture of the four of us. I did, however, manage to try a fabulous new cocktail recipe!
This one comes from Oversharing, the cookbook by Cortney LaCorte, also known as The Cheese Gal. I’ve shared several of her recipes over the years, including her Holiday Elderflower French 75, which was another huge hit. Clearly, she and I have similar taste in cocktails!
The Framboise French 75 starts with fresh raspberries muddled with sugar and lemon juice to make a delicious raspberry syrup. Add gin and crème de framboise, shake with ice and top with sparkling wine. It’s light, refreshing, a little fruity and absolutely delicious!
I made the raspberry syrup a couple of days before my friends came, which made assembling the welcome cocktails so easy. The original recipe makes two drinks, but I scaled it up for our crew.
I actually wrote “So good!” right across the top of the cookbook page, and that pretty much sums it up. We thoroughly enjoyed these, and I will absolutely be making them again. In fact, Thanksgiving company, get ready for this one! I already know what we’ll be sipping!
In fact, Thanksgiving company, get ready for this one! I already know what we’ll be sipping!
You can find the Framboise French 75 recipe in Oversharing: Anytime Snacks, Everyday Dinners, and Cooking for Company. It’s another winner from The Cheese Gal and one I’m so happy to add to my collection of favorite French 75 recipes.
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