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Swedish 75 (Lingonberry Cocktail)

Published: Feb 13, 2021 · Modified: Jun 20, 2022 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Looking for a Nordic twist on a classic cocktail? This easy and refreshing Swedish 75 is a delicious Scandinavian take on that iconic champagne cocktail know as the French 75.

A bright and citrus-y concoction of fresh lemon juice, gin, lingonberry preserves and sparkling wine, this rosy-hued, Nordic berry-infused cocktail is sure to get your evening started on a festive Scandinavian note!

Champagne glass filled with Swedish 75 cocktail next to lingonberries.

Why This Recipe Works

The French 75 is my all-time favorite cocktail. If you are not familiar with this classic drink, it's basically a refreshing mix of gin, simple syrup and lemon juice topped with champagne.

So how to give it a Scandinavian twist? Simple. Swap the simple syrup for a couple of tablespoons of lingonberry preserves. SO easy and elegant, and with a subtle berry tang thanks to the lingonberries. If you enjoy a good champagne-based cocktail, you really must give this one a try!

The Ingredients

Labeled ingredients for the Swedish 75 cocktail.

The list of ingredients for this Swedish 75 is short and sweet and readily accessible:

  • Sparkling wine. Any dry variety will do. You certainly don't need anything fancy, but be sure it's something you would be willing to drink on its own. I really like the Italian Prosecco from Trader Joe's pictured above.....it is both affordable AND perfectly dry and fizzy in this cocktail.
  • Lingonberry Preserves/Jam. You can find this at many large grocery stores or Scandinavian specialty stores. And of course it is always available on Amazon!
  • Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice. The fake stuff from that plastic lemon just won't cut it here. Squeeze and strain some fresh juice for best results.
  • Gin. The botanical profile of gin is SO delicious in the background here. Any favorite brand will work just fine in this drink.
  • Ice. For shaking things up!

How to Make this Recipe

It's so simple. You are a mere 5 minutes away from sipping this gorgeous Swedish 75!

  • Squeeze your lemons and strain out 3 tablespoons of juice. Add it to a cocktail shaker (I improvise and use a large Mason jar) along with the ice, gin and preserves. Cover and shake vigorously.
Mason jar filled with ice and a cocktail mixture next to champagne glasses and a bottle of Prosecco.
  • Pour the mixture into two champagne flutes, distributing the liquid evenly between the glasses.
Two champagne glasses filled halfway with a red beverage.
  • Top with chilled sparkling wine and serve! A quick garnish of frozen/fresh lingonberries or a lemon twist is a nice finishing touch but not necessary.
Person pouring sparkling wine into a champagne glass.

FAQs

What if I can't find Lingonberry preserves/jam?

You can always substitute raspberry preserves/jam for the lingonberry OR use simple syrup and serve a classic French 75 instead.

Can I use another liquor other than gin?

Vodka will work, and if you want to double down on the Scandinavian vibes, aquavit would be very nice here.

Can I make this Swedish 75 in advance?

Absolutely! Shake up all of the ingredients except the sparkling wine and strain the mixture into a separate container. Discard the ice. Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator (up to 24 hours) until you are ready to make the cocktails. Give the mixture a shake and distribute it between your champagne flutes. Top with sparkling wine and serve.

I hope you will give this festive Swedish 75 a try the next time a cocktail is calling your name! It's destined to be your new favorite way to begin the evening. Looking for an appetizer with Nordic vibes to really round things out? I've got several here for you to choose from:

  • Traditional Toast Skagen (Swedish Shrimp Toasts)
  • Blue Cheese and Pear Compote Smørrebrød
  • Potato and Pickled Herring Bites with Remoulade
Champagne glass filled with Swedish 75 cocktail next to lingonberries.

Swedish 75 (Lingonberry Cocktail)

A refreshing Scandinavian take on the French 75 cocktail with sparkling wine, gin, lingonberry preserves and fresh lemon juice.
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Course: cocktails, Drinks
Cuisine: Nordic, Scandinavian, Swedish
Keyword: berry cocktail, champagne cocktail, easy cocktail, French 75, wine cocktail
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Calories: 74kcal
Author: Kristi

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 6 tablespoons gin
  • 2 tablespoons lingonberry jam
  • Ice cubes for shaking
  • ½ cup dry sparkling wine chilled (I use Italian Prosecco from Trader Joe's)
  • Frozen lingonberries or a twist of lemon peel for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Combine lemon juice, gin and lingonberry jam in a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice.  Shake vigorously. Strain into two champagne flutes, dividing the mixture evenly between the glasses. Top with sparkling wine. Garnish with lingonberries or lemon peel if desired. Serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

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