French 75 Cocktail
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 A great cocktail for Champagne lovers - the French 75 was invented by Harry MacElhone in 1915 at his Paris bar, named Harry's New York Bar.  Even though the French 75 didn't originate in New Orleans, Arnaud's Restaurant refined it in the 1920's.  It's still very popular in New Orleans and is served in a wine or champagne glass. 
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Serves 1.
Ingredients
2 ounces gin
1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
Champagne or sparkling wine
Garnish: long thin lemon spiral and cocktail cherry
Steps
  1. Fill cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Shake gin, lemon juice, and sugar in a cocktail shaker until well chilled, about 15 seconds.
  3. Strain into a champagne flute.
  4. Top with Champagne.
  5. Stir gently, garnish with a long, thin lemon spiral and a cocktail cherry.