The Fraise Sauvage was inspired by the famous pre-Prohibition classic, the French 75 (page 70). The name itself is a play on words in French, meaning “wild strawberry.” This cocktail uses our EO homemade Wild Strawberry Cordial to create a cocktail in the classic style. We shake together Plymouth gin with fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and strawberry cordial, then top it off with demi-sec champagne. For our first summer menu at Employees Only, we wanted to put on the list a cocktail that would be a crowd-pleaser. Fraise Sauvage is the EO equivalent of the ubiquitous Caprese salad. The flavors of gin, strawberry, and champagne are a timeless combination and showcase how simple flavors can become complex when combined. To make this cocktail without the strawberry cordial, simply muddle a whole fresh strawberry, then follow the rest of the directions.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 1 drink
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Pour the gin, juice, syrup, and cordial into a mixing glass. Add large cold ice cubes, cover, and shake vigorously for 7 or 8 seconds. Pour the champagne into a chilled cocktail glass and pour the cocktail over it. Garnish with half a strawberry.
tasting notes
Step 2
Dominant Flavors: straightforward strawberry
Step 3
Body: light, crisp, full mouth of fruit
Step 4
Dryness: medium
Step 5
Complexity: low
Step 6
Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: hints of vanilla and juniper rounding to strawberry flavor
Step 7
Finish: medium with vanilla overtones
Step 8
Glass: cocktail
