The 8 best French 75s in Chicago

Gin is Scofflaw's specialty, so are we really surprised that they make a good classic? No, but we certainly are thrilled about it. This tall French 75 has just the right amount of spritz for a good post-work drink. The sparkling wine masks a bit of the gin, but provides enough booze to really do the trick. $10.

Sure, this champagne-based cocktail doesn't have gin (it's replaced with Angostura, Absinthe and apple brandy), but it's damn tasty all the same. It's refreshing, but be warned: all of the drinks at Cherry Circle Room are quite strong, thanks to beverage director Paul McGee's. $13.

The French 75 at Maude's Liquor Bar seems like a shoo-in for the French bar (after all, the cocktail did originate in Paris) and Maude's does it well. Combining Miller's gin with sparkling wine and topped with a pretty twist of lemon, it's a good variation of this classic drink. $13.

There's a long list of classics on the menu at Moneygun, and the French 75 is among the best. It's beautifully served, in a tall flute with twists of lemon and a strong gin back. While there's plenty to drink at Moneygun, ithe French 75 is always a solid choice. $10.75.

Departing from the sparkling wine a bit, the Shadow of a Doubt at Analogue has nice floral notes thanks to the use of St. Germaine (an elderflower liqueur) and pear-infused Dolin Blanc (a dry vermouth). Letherbee gin rounds this one out, making for a strong but refreshing sipper. $11.

The spritziest French 75 on the list, this one is served in a champagne flute with a twist of lemon. It's a ridiculously refreshing varation, and we're certain we could drink a few of these while we chow down on the southern delicacies Pearl's turns out.

There's a whole list of 75's at Gilt Bar, including French, Queen Bee, orange, cognac and mescal variations. Whichever poison you pick, the drinks all come from the mind of Jean Tomaro, Hogsalt's beverage director, and they're all perfect for hanging out in the upstairs bar or the downstairs library bar. $12–$15.

Topped with prosecco, the French 75 at Bar Marta is a touch sweet, but that didn't stop us from drinking it. It's filled with gin and lemon, perfect for pairing with the bar's food (we like the cacio e pepe). $12.