Blood Orange French 75

Directions

1. 1.

   Cut 1 orange in half through stem. Cut each orange half crosswise into 6 slices; reserve for garnish. Using small knife, cut peel and white pith from remaining 2 oranges; chop oranges. Transfer chopped oranges with juices to bowl; mash with potato masher or wooden spoon. Stir in gin, sugar, and bitters. Strain into 2-cup measuring cup, pressing on solids to release liquid. Chill 4 hours.

2. 2.

   Pour scant 2 tablespoons gin mixture into each of 12 glasses; fill with Champagne and garnish with orange.