Attention, all bourbon lovers! If you are looking for sparkling wine cocktails, you will love this French 95 recipe. It's a simple twist on the French 75, a classic cocktail. It has that bourbon kick with a hint of sweetness, topped with bubbles to make a delicious and easy cocktail recipe.
You'll love this French 95
It's easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, this prosecco cocktail takes no time to make, and it is so easy! If you're looking for something slightly elevated to serve at your next party, I would try this drink!
It's delicious. It is truly so delicious, the vanilla and touch of sweetness from the bourbon mixed with fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and prosecco makes for a cocktail that's warm, bubbly, the perfect amount of sweet, and nothing short of flavorful.
It's perfect for any season. I love this cocktail for any season! If you want a refreshing summer bourbon cocktail that's perfect for sipping on the patio during golden hour? Try a French 95. Looking for a cocktail that's fun for your New Year's Eve party? Try a French 95.
Ingredients
Bourbon. I would recommend using bourbon for this recipe. First off, a traditional French 95 does call for bourbon. Second, bourbon is a little bit sweeter than a typical whiskey, and pairs so nicely with the rest of the ingredients. I like Bulleit or Laws Bourbon if you are looking for recommendations.
Simple Syrup. I like the touch of simple syrup to elevate the sweetness and offset the sourness from the fresh lemon juice.
Lemon Juice. Fresh lemon juice is essential for this cocktail!
Champagne or Prosecco. Prosecco is the more affordable option, and that's what I prefer to make this drink with.
How to make a French 95
Two simple steps and you have this French 95 made! This cocktail couldn't be easier to make.
- In a champagne flute, pour in 1 oz bourbon, ½ oz lemon juice and ½ - 1 oz simple syrup, depending on your preference.
- Top with prosecco, or champagne, garnish and enjoy!
Why is it called a French 95?
The original cocktail. the French 75, is named after the 75 mm artillery gun used by the American and French military during World War I. This drink packed a punch, and then was deemed a French 75.
The French 95 is a name for a French 75 with bourbon.
French 95 vs 75 vs 76
So many of these "French" cocktails... how to pick the right one for you? The one question you want to ask is what is your liquor of preference?
French 75. The classic cocktail, French 75s combines gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling wine.
French 76. In place of gin, the French 76 uses vodka.
French 95. In place of gin, the French 95 uses bourbon.
All of these cocktails use sparkling wine, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Garnish ideas
Here are a few garnish ideas to elevate your cocktail, because even if you're playing home bartender, you still want a garnish!
- Lemon twist
- Lemon wedges
- Orange twist
- Dehydrated lemon slice
Substitutions and variations
Orange Juice. If you don't have lemons, or you want to add a hint of subtle sweetness, use orange juice! It'll be a fun twist marrying the French 95 with a mimosa.
What glassware to serve a French 95 in?
You'll want to serve this cocktail in a champagne flute or champagne coup. If you want to dilute this drink a little bit, you can always make this cocktail in an ice-filled glass.
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French 95
Attention all bourbon lovers, if you are looking for sparkling wine cocktails, you will love this French 95 recipe. It's a simple twist on the French 75, a classic cocktail. It has that bourbon kick with a hint of sweetness topped with bubbles to make a delicious and easy cocktail recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz bourbon
- ½ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 3-4 oz prosecco
Instructions
- In a champagne flute, or coupe glass, add in 1 ½ oz bourbon, ½ oz lemon juice, ½ oz simple syrup, and top it off with prosecco.
- Garnish with a lemon slice, and cheers!
Notes
Why is it called a French 95?
The original cocktail. the French 75, is named after the 75 mm artillery gun used by the American and French military during World War I. This drink packed a punch, and then was deemed a French 75.
The French 95 is a name for a French 75 with bourbon.
French 95 vs 75 vs 76
So many of these "French" cocktails... how to pick the right one for you? The one question you want to ask is what is your liquor of preference?
- French 75. The classic cocktail, French 75s combines gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling wine.
- French 76. In place of gin, the French 76 uses vodka.
- French 95. In place of gin, the French 95 uses bourbon.
Garnish ideas
Here are a few garnish ideas to elevate your cocktail, because even if you're playing home bartender, you still want a garnish!
- Lemon twist
- Lemon wedges
- Orange twist
- Dehydrated lemon slice
Substitutions and variations
Orange Juice. If you don't have lemons, or you want to add a hint of subtle sweetness, use orange juice! It'll be a fun twist marrying the French 95 with a mimosa.
What glassware to serve a French 95 in?
You'll want to serve this cocktail in a champagne flute or champagne coup. If you want to dilute this drink a little bit, you can always make this cocktail in an ice-filled glass.
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