Smriti Dey
March 20, 2025
A combination of tart flavour and citrusy essence, the French 75 features gin botanicals which provide a fragrant, herbal base. Food pairings are perfect to serve alongside the beverage as they improve both, the flavours of the drink and the meal, balancing the acidity, sweetness as well as complexity to create a well-rounded dining menu.
For a luxury cocktail evening, serve the French 75 with a portion of baked oysters to highlight its subtle brininess that tastes delicious with the drink’s bright citrus overtones and fizz.
The sweet-salty flavour from tender poached shrimp complements the cocktail’s crisp citrus overtones, while the sparkling wine provides a contrast to the seafood’s texture when served with cocktail sauce.
The decadent depth of smoked salmon elevates the drink’s character – whether it is served over canapés, blinis or crackers topped with a dollop of crème fraîche.
The inherent sweetness of vegetables counteracts the acidity of the cocktail, ading a hint of grill smoke to bring out the best profiles of the drink,.
A perfect harmony of richness is achieved by contrasting the dark chocolate’s mellow bitterness with the drink’s crisp citrusy overtones, as a dessert pairing to conclude the meal. *Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.