A Festive Blackberry-Raspberry spin on the classic French 75
Perfect for Holiday Entertainment!
When the holiday season rolls around, I naturally find myself behind my bar, experimenting, creating, and entertaining — it’s truly my favorite time of the year. There’s something so magical about the lights, the coziness, and the excuse to pour a pretty cocktail into an even prettier glass. Today, I’m sharing a festive twist on the classic French 75 that brings together bold berry flavors, sparkling bubbles, and all the elegance of a holiday soirée.
This cocktail starts with one of my go-to holiday spirits: Bombay Gin infused with Blackberry and Raspberry. It gives the French 75 a rich, deep berry note that feels both seasonal and refreshing. I pair that with simple syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and top it with chilled Mionetto Prosecco. It’s easy, balanced, and absolutely stunning in the glass — perfect for cozy nights, girls’ nights, or elegant holiday hosting.
And you already know I’m using my favorite bar essentials from ShopJillionTrinkets while creating every recipe. The prep begins with my Auntie Annie Cutting Board, a staple in my kitchen and bar area. It’s durable, stylish, and gives me the perfect surface to slice my lemons. Then I reach for my Birdy Heavy-Duty Lemon Squeezer, which extracts every drop of juice without hurting my hands. Everything gets shaken to perfection using my London Cocktail Shaker, a must-have for any cocktail lover. And finally — the best part — pouring this gorgeous drink into my Rosetta Wine Glass, which instantly elevates the entire aesthetic.
Holidays inspire me to be creative. I love entertaining, making beautiful drinks, and sharing moments with the people I love. Using bar tools from my own store makes the experience even more special because I know how much thought, detail, and quality went into curating each piece.
If you’re looking for a new signature holiday cocktail, this one check all the boxes: pretty, easy, festive, and absolutely delicious. It’s the kind of drink that sparkles on your holiday tablescape and gets everyone asking, “What’s in this?”
Cheers to a beautiful holiday season filled with creativity, good drinks, and even better company!
Ingredients
1.0 oz Bombay Blackberry & Raspberry Gin
0.5 oz Simple Syrup
0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
Mionetto Prosecco (to top)
Ice
Tools Used (ShopJillionTrinkets):
? Birdy Heavy-Duty Lemon Squeezer
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Your Lemon
Slice a fresh lemon on your Auntie Annie Cutting Board.
2. Squeeze the Juice
Use your Birdy Heavy-Duty Lemon Squeezer to squeeze out 0.5 oz of fresh lemon juice.
3. Build Your Cocktail
In your London Cocktail Shaker, add:
1.5 oz Blackberry & Raspberry Gin
0.5 oz Simple Syrup
0.5 oz Lemon Juice
A handful of ice
4. Shake Until Frosty
Seal the shaker and shake for 10–12 seconds until chilled.
5. Strain & Pour
Strain into your elegant Rosetta Wine Glass.
6. Top With Bubbles
Finish with cold Mionetto Prosecco to add sparkle.
7. Garnish & Serve
Optional: Add a lemon twist, Rosemary or fresh berry for a festive touch,
SHOP MY HOLIDAY BAR TOOLS:
Birdy Heavy-Duty Lemon Squeezer
Find them all at ShopJillionTrinkets.com
