French cocktail aren’t as famous as French wine. And, yet, there’s something special about drinking French cocktails whether you’re in Paris or on your comfy couch.
Discover 10 fabulous French cocktails that will tickle your taste buds and make you say ooh-la-la.
1. French 75
Are you craving a sophisticated cocktail made with gin and champagne? If so, try our classic French 75 recipe with Cointreau added for balance and an extra punch. You can make it at home with just five ingredients plus ice.
Get the Recipe: French 75
2. Boulevardier
A Boulevardier cocktail is a Negroni crafted with bourbon instead of gin. Follow our easy recipe and craft a Boulevardier at home in just five minutes.
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3. Mauresque
See why drinking a Mauresque Cocktail is one of the greatest joys of visiting Marseille. Then learn how to make the pastis cocktail at home with just four ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Mauresque
4. Kir Royale
With just three ingredients, the Kir Royale is proof that less can be more. An elegant drink that’s super easy to craft at home, this Champagne cocktail is appropriately festive for any holiday or special occasion.
Get the Recipe: Kir Royale
5. Sidecar
Take the classic Sidecar to new heights by replacing cognac with bourbon. Follow our easy Bourbon Sidecar recipe and craft one at home in just five minutes.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Sidecar
6. Old Pal
The Old Pal is a boozier version of the Negroni and Boulevardier. It’s also delicious. Craft one at home in just five minutes and find out if the Old Pal will be your new best friend.
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7. Between the Sheets
Get your mind out of the gutter! The Between the Sheets Cocktail is a sophisticated sipper that you can order at a fancy bar or craft at home with just a handful of ingredients. Follow our easy recipe if you prefer the latter option.
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8. Tomate
This easy Tomate cocktail recipe has just has four ingredients including water and ice. Though you’ll be tempted to drink this refreshing drink on a hot summer day, it’s also the perfect color to serve at a holiday party or other festive event.
Get the Recipe: Tomate
9. White Lady
Proving that you shouldn’t judge a cocktail by its name, the White Lady Cocktail is a classic drink that’s appropriate for multicultural cocktail connoisseurs. Learn how to craft a White Lady cocktail at home in just five minutes.
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10. French Connection
The French Connection cocktail has a fun name and is super easy to craft at home. However, don’t underestimate this two-ingredient cocktail that tastes greater than the sum of its two parts. Based on its name, it deserves French cocktail status even though it wasn’t actually invented in France.
Get the Recipe: French Connection
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About the Authors
Daryl and Mindi Hirsch
Saveur Magazine’s BEST TRAVEL BLOG award winners Daryl and Mindi Hirsch share their culinary travel experiences and recipes on the 2foodtrippers website. Since launching the site in 2012, they’ve traveled to over 40 countries in their quest to bring readers a unique taste of the world.