Spice 75 Cocktail

Rum
Author: Smriti Dey
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A refined variation of the classic French 75, the Spice 75 cocktail is positioned within the champagne-cocktail category. This version replaces the traditional gin and adds grounded spice, resulting in a distinct profile whose conceptual roots can be traced to Caribbean beverages, where the use of rum and aromatic spice is a defining characteristic of the region’s mixology tradition. The drink offers a structured balance of elegance and complexity while the use of champagne maintains its effervescent nature similar to the classic.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • White rum
    45ml
  • Champagne
    14ml
  • Simple syrup
    13ml
  • Ground allspice
    3ml
  • Lime juice
    20ml
  • Orange peel twist
    For garnish
  • Ice cubes

Method

  1. Step 1

    Add the simple syrup and ground allspice into a cocktail shaker, followed by the rum and lime juice.

  2. Step 2

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.

  3. Step 3

    Double-strain the mixture into a chilled flute or coupe glass.

  4. Step 4

    Top up with champagne to retain the fizz.

  5. Step 4

    Garnish with an orange peel twist placed on the rim or inside the drink before serving.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Use fine ground allspice - not coarse or whole - to ensure smoother blending and avoid clogging during double straining.

  • Adjust the spice-to-sugar ratio if serving in humid climates, as sugar dissolves differently and may affect flavour balance.

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