We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's the drink of celebrations, flappers, and Lost Generation writers, but the French 75 cocktail has a history that's anything but bubbly.

In his career as a journalist and founding dean of LSU’s Manship School of Mass Communication, John Maxwell Hamilton has covered many subjects and authored books on topics from Woodrow Wilson and the ...

Few classic cocktails have stood the test of time quite like the French 75. This effervescent concoction, blending gin, champagne, lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup has been a spirited staple ...

When I want a light cocktail before dinner or a drink to go with brunch, I always opt for the elegant French 75 — not a classic mimosa. With a bright, sunny color, this sparkling, lemon-y cocktail is ...

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