The Lemon Thyme French 75 is an elegant twist on the classic French 75, featuring fresh lemon juice that keeps things bright, thyme syrup adds an herbal complexity, and sparkling wine finishes it with celebratory bubbles.
And to be clear, this is a lemon juice and thyme simple syrup cocktail.
Not a cocktail using the herb lemon thyme, which is also a thing, would work well as a substitute in this recipe, and I do make cocktails with lemon thyme on occasion.
This drink has all the charm of Parisian café culture while bringing in a little garden-fresh flair.
It’s light, refreshing, and sophisticated — exactly what you want in a brunch cocktail that feels both timeless and just a little unexpected.
Twist Ideas
- Berry Boost: Add muddled raspberries or blackberries before shaking for color and a fruity kick.
- Citrus Variation: Use grapefruit or blood orange juice for a different flavor profile.
- Floral Touch: Swap thyme syrup for lavender or rosemary syrup for a unique spin.
- Extra Sparkle: Use sparkling rosé instead of white sparkling wine for a colorful, festive version.
Why You’ll Love It
- Elevated Classic: A fresh herbal take on the traditional French 75.
- Perfect for Entertaining: Light, bubbly, and elegant for garden parties or brunch.
- Seasonal & Fresh: Thyme syrup brings a summery, aromatic lift.
- Versatile: Equally delicious as a cocktail or mocktail.
Lemon Thyme French 75 Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 oz gin
- 0.5 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.75 oz thyme syrup
- Sparkling wine (to top)
- Garnish: lemon twist or thyme sprig
Instructions
- Add gin, lemon juice, and thyme syrup to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until chilled.
- Strain into a champagne flute or wine glass.
- Top with sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or thyme sprig.
Mocktail Version
Replace the gin and sparkling wine with sparkling water (or a non-alcoholic sparkling wine). You’ll still get the bright citrus and herbal thyme flavors in a bubbly, refreshing drink.
