The French 75 has been making celebrations a little more festive for over a century. Our holiday take adds tart cranberry and a splash of Treana Blanc de Blancs for a cocktail that’s bright, bubbly, and just the right amount of merry. Make the base ahead of time, then add the bubbles when your guests arrive.

Ingredients

  • 1 oz gin

  • ½ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • ½ oz cranberry syrup

  • 3 oz Treana Blanc de Blancs Cuvée, chilled

  • Fresh cranberries and a rosemary sprig for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add gin, lemon juice, and cranberry syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

  2. Shake until well chilled, about 10–15 seconds.

  3. Strain into a chilled coupe or flute.

  4. Top gently with Treana Blanc de Blancs.

  5. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.

Make It Merry: Cranberry Syrup

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Combine cranberries, water, and sugar in a small saucepan.

  2. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

  3. Cook for 8–10 minutes, until the cranberries soften and begin to burst.

  4. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and strain through a fine-mesh sieve.

  5. Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to one week.

A Little Hosting Advice

Merry Rule No. 01: Pour the first drink before the guests arrive.

Mix the gin, lemon juice, and cranberry syrup ahead of time and keep chilled. When the doorbell rings, pour into glasses and top with bubbles.

One less thing to do. One more reason to enjoy your own party.