Barsys
Silver 75
About
The French 75 is one of the great celebration cocktails - gin, lemon, and Champagne, sharp and full of bubbles. The Silver 75 keeps that festive feeling and gives it a fresh accent. Blanco tequila takes the place of gin, lime stands in for lemon, and a little rosemary syrup adds a soft, piney note that feels made for the holidays.
The result is bright and sparkling, with just enough herb to keep it interesting. The tequila gives it a clean, slightly peppery base, the lime keeps it fresh, and the Prosecco on top turns it into a proper toast. Served in a Champagne flute, it's dressed for a holiday table or a New Year's party.
This is the cocktail to hand someone when the night is just getting started. Light, lively, and festive without being sweet.
Shaken or Stirred?
Shaken, then topped. The tequila, lime, and rosemary syrup go into a shaker with ice and get a hard shake - about 10 to 15 seconds - to chill everything and mix the syrup in evenly. Then you strain the mix into an ice-filled flute and pour the Prosecco on top. The Prosecco never goes in the shaker, because shaking flattens its bubbles, and the bubbles are the whole point. Shake the base, top with the fizz, and that's it.
What You'll Need
For one Silver 75:
- 1.5 oz (45 ml) Blanco tequila
- 0.75 oz (22 ml) Lime juice
- 0.5 oz (15 ml) Rosemary syrup
- Ice Cubes
Glass: Champagne flute
Garnish: Rosemary sprig, lime twist 2 oz (60 ml) Prosecco, poured on top
Pro tip: Make the rosemary syrup yourself - it's simple. Warm equal parts sugar and water until the sugar dissolves, drop in a few rosemary sprigs, let it sit for 15 minutes, then strain. Fresh syrup beats store-bought by a lot, and it's the flavor that makes this drink taste like the holidays. Keep the Prosecco cold so it stays fizzy.
How to Make It
Prep time: 3 minutes
Skill level: Easy
- Add the tequila, lime juice, and rosemary syrup to a shaker with ice.
- Shake hard for 10 to 15 seconds.
- Fill a Champagne flute with ice cubes.
- Strain the mix into the flute.
- Top with Prosecco.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig and a lime twist, and serve.
Using Barsys Cocktail Machine?
The Silver 75 is a shaken drink, so it's a job for the Barsys 360 Cocktail Machine. The rosemary syrup needs a proper shake to mix in evenly, and that same shake chills the drink before the Prosecco goes on. The Barsys 360 measures the tequila, lime, and rosemary syrup, then shakes them for you, so the base comes out cold and well mixed every time. After that, you just top the flute with Prosecco by hand - fizzy things go in last so they keep their bubbles.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys Ai app.
The Barsys Edge
This drink lives on balance. Rosemary syrup is strong, so a heavy pour makes the whole thing taste like a pine tree, while too little and you lose the herb that makes it special. The lime has to match it, and the tequila has to stay clean underneath. Barsys measures the base the same way every time, so the rosemary and lime stay balanced before the Prosecco ever goes on. When you're pouring a tray of these for a toast, every glass tastes the same.
Sip Setting
This is a welcome drink - the one you hand people as they come through the door. It suits a holiday party, a Christmas dinner, or a New Year's toast, when you want something that feels festive and looks celebratory. It's light and low on sweetness, so it's easy to start the night with, and it sets a bright, bubbly tone for everything that follows. Serve it cold, serve it early, and serve plenty.
Garnish Game
A rosemary sprig and a lime twist are all it needs. The rosemary adds a fresh, piney smell that matches the syrup inside, and the lime twist gives a little citrus oil and a pop of color. Both are simple and festive. For a holiday touch, stand the rosemary sprig up like a tiny tree in the glass, and drop in a cranberry or two for color. Keep it light, though - this is an elegant drink, not a loaded one.
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FAQs
What is a Silver 75?
A holiday twist on the classic French 75, made with blanco tequila, lime, rosemary syrup, and Prosecco. It's bright, herbal, and sparkling, served in a Champagne flute.
How is it different from a French 75?
A French 75 uses gin, lemon, and Champagne. The Silver 75 swaps in blanco tequila and lime, and adds rosemary syrup for a piney, seasonal note. It's the same celebratory idea with a fresher, more festive flavor.
What is rosemary syrup, and how do I make it?
It's a simple syrup flavored with rosemary. Warm equal parts sugar and water until the sugar dissolves, add a few rosemary sprigs, steep for 15 minutes, then strain. It keeps in the fridge for a couple of weeks.
Is it strong?
Moderate. It has one and a half ounces of tequila, but the lime and Prosecco lighten it, so it is easy to drink.
Is it sweet?
Not very. The rosemary syrup adds a little sweetness, but the lime and dry Prosecco keep it crisp and balanced rather than sugary.
Can I use Champagne instead of Prosecco?
Yes. Any dry sparkling wine works - Champagne or cava both do the job. Just keep it dry (brut), or the drink gets too sweet.
Can I make it without alcohol?
Yes. Use a non-alcoholic blanco alternative and a non-alcoholic sparkling wine, and build it the same way for a zero-proof holiday sparkler.
Can I batch it for a party?
Yes. Mix the tequila, lime, and rosemary syrup ahead of time and keep it cold, then shake and strain in batches and top each flute with Prosecco to order so the bubbles stay fresh.