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Midnight Gold French 75 (New Year Reflection Cocktail)

A sparkling New Year cocktail made with champagne, fresh citrus, and a touch of gold—symbolizing clarity, alignment, and intentional beginnings.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
Course: beverage
Cuisine: French
Keyword: champagne drink, French 75, intentional living, New Year cocktail,, year-end ritual
Calories: 140kcal
Cost: 5

Ingredients

  • 3 oz champagne or prosecco
  • 1 oz gin
  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice
  • ½ oz honey syrup or simple syrup
  • Edible gold flakes optional
  • Black sugar or activated charcoal sugar optional rim
  • Fresh rosemary sprig garnish

Instructions

  • Lightly moisten the rim of the glass and dip into black sugar if using.
  • Add gin, lemon juice, and honey syrup to a champagne flute.
  • Slowly top with chilled champagne.
  • Sprinkle a small pinch of edible gold flakes.
  • Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
  • Optional: briefly light the rosemary for aroma, then extinguish before serving.

Notes

This cocktail is light, celebratory, and symbolic—perfect for year-end reflection without heaviness.
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