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The Perfected Rosemary Pomegranate French 75

This refined holiday cocktail recipe ensures a perfect balance of tart lemon, botanical gin, aromatic rosemary, and bright pomegranate, all while preserving the light, effervescent quality of a classic French 75.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
steeping and cooling 1 hour
Course Cocktails, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • For the Rosemary Simple Syrup:
  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Glass jar or bottle for storage
  • For the Cocktail:
  • Cocktail Shaker (with strainer)
  • Jigger (or measuring tool for ounces)
  • Citrus Juicer (for the fresh lemon)
  • Paring Knife or Vegetable Peeler (to make the lemon twist)

Ingredients
  

For the Improved Rosemary Simple Syrup

  • 1 cup White Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 4-5 large sprigs fresh Rosemary

For the Cocktail (per serving)

  • 1.5 ounces London Dry Gin
  • 0.75 ounces Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 ounces 100% Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice like POM
  • 0.5 ounces Chilled Rosemary Simple Syrup from Part 1
  • 3 ounces approx. Chilled Brut Champagne, Prosecco, or Cava

For Garnish

  • 1 fresh rosemary sprig
  • 1 tsp pomegranate seeds
  • 1 lemon twist

Instructions
 

Rosemary-Infused Simple Syrup

  • Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring only until the sugar has completely dissolved.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the fresh rosemary sprigs to the hot syrup.
  • Let the rosemary steep in the syrup for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for a stronger flavor).
  • Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar, discarding the rosemary. Chill completely before use.

The Perfected Cocktail

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the gin, fresh lemon juice, pomegranate juice, and the chilled rosemary simple syrup.
  • Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
  • Double-strain the liquid into a chilled champagne flute or coupe glass.
  • Gently top the cocktail with the chilled sparkling wine, pouring slowly to preserve the bubbles.
  • Garnish the drink: Take the lemon twist and "express" it by squeezing the peel over the top of the drink to release its aromatic oils. Rub the peel around the rim of the glass and add it to the drink.
  • Gently drop in the pomegranate seeds (they will sink) and add the fresh rosemary sprig. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Simple Syrup Storage:The rosemary simple syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Double-Straining: Double-straining (straining through the shaker's built-in strainer and a small, fine-mesh sieve) prevents tiny ice chips or fruit pulp from clouding the drink, giving it a more professional, clear appearance.
  • Sparkling Wine:  "Brut" is recommended as it is very dry and balances the syrup. "Extra Dry" is slightly sweeter, and "Dry" is sweeter still.
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