This cocktail is based on a classic French 75, which is a cocktail made from gin, Champagne, lemon juice, and sugar. This one contains Sambuca, the anise flavored Italian liqueur, instead of gin. It’s a light, refreshing champagne cocktail. Sparkling wate
1 oz. Sambuca
ice
1/2 oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice and a long, skinny lemon peel
1/4 oz. simple syrup
4 oz. sparkling wine (or sparkling water)
In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine Sambuca, lemon juice and simple syrup; shake well; strain into a champagne flute.
Serve, topped with sparkling wine and garnished with a long, skinny lemon peel.
1 serving.