Lavender French 75 Twist

Ingredients:
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1 oz gin (a floral gin works best, like Hendrick’s or Empress 1908)
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0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
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0.5 oz lavender simple syrup (optional if you want extra floral sweetness) or regular simple syrup
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3 dashes Warn Reserve Lavender Bitters
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3 oz chilled sparkling wine (brut or dry prosecco works beautifully)
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Garnish: lavender sprig or lemon twist
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Ice (for shaking)
Method:
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Shake:
In a shaker, combine gin, lemon juice, lavender bitters, and lavender syrup (if using).
Add ice and shake until well chilled. -
Strain:
Fine strain into a flute or coupe glass. -
Top:
Gently top with chilled sparkling wine. -
Garnish:
Add a sprig of lavender or a lemon twist for that clean, elegant touch.