Rose 75

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. 2
   Add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
3. 3
   Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
4. 4
   (In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.)
5. 5
   Strain into a chilled Champagne coupe or flute.
6. 6
   Top the drink with Champagne and serve with an edible flower or fresh currants.
7. 7
   Put the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
8. 8
   Cook over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
9. 9
   Alternatively, heat the sugar-water mixture in the microwave.
10. 10
    Store the syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
11. 11
    Yield: about 1 1/2 cups