International French 75 Day

International French 75 Day™

Officially celebrated each year on May 29th

Honoring the original. Celebrating the evolution.

Welcome

Welcome, and thank you for stopping by. International French 75 Day™ is an annual celebration of one of the world’s great classic cocktails, officially celebrated each year on May 29th. Created by Elaine Luxton, founder of Drink In Life, the celebration honors the French 75’s remarkable history while celebrating the people, places, and craftsmanship that continue to inspire it around the world. Throughout Drink In Life and on social media, you’ll often see me refer to it simply as French 75 Day™.

Why International French 75 Day™?

International French 75 Day™ began with something wonderfully simple: my favorite cocktail.

What started as an appreciation for the bright, refreshing combination of sparkling wine, gin, and lemon gradually became something much bigger. The more I learned about the French 75, the more fascinated I became by its history, the places that helped shape it, and the people who continue to keep its story alive more than a century later.

As a travel writer, wine expert, photographer, I’ve always believed that the best stories are about more than what’s in the glass. They’re about the people, the traditions, and the places that give those experiences meaning.

Beginning May 29, 2027, International French 75 Day™ will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the cocktail’s first published recipe.

My hope is that this annual celebration encourages more people to discover the French 75, mix one at home, visit a favorite cocktail lounge, explore the places connected to its story, and most of all, gather with family and friends to enjoy it together.

Whether you’re discovering your very first French 75 or you’ve been ordering one for years, I’m so glad you’re here.

What You’ll Find Here

This page is the beginning of a growing resource for everyone who enjoys the French 75 or is simply curious to learn more.

Over time, I’ll be sharing:

The fascinating history of the French 75
Classic recipes alongside thoughtful modern interpretations
Historic cocktail lounges and memorable places to enjoy one
Champagne houses, sparkling wine producers, and the people behind them
Travel inspiration connected to the French 75
Annual celebration ideas
Interviews, stories, and discoveries from along the way

Follow the Journey

If you’d like to follow along as International French 75 Day™ grows, I’d love to have you join me on Instagram at @French75Day.

That’s where I’ll be sharing the stories, travel, photography, behind-the-scenes moments, and discoveries that don’t always make it into my articles here on Drink In Life or on Instagram @drinkinnature.

This Is Just the Beginning

Like any good journey, this one is just getting started.

Over the coming months, I’ll continue adding new stories, recipes, travel guides, historical features, and plenty of inspiration for celebrating International French 75 Day™ each May 29th.

Thank you for being here at the very beginning. I can’t wait to see where this journey takes all of us.

Official Recognition

International French 75 Day™ has been officially established and will be celebrated annually on May 29th, beginning in 2027.

A copy of the official registration certificate from National Day Archives.

About Elaine

Elaine is an international award-winning travel writer, wine writer, photographer, and WSET Level 3 wine professional who believes every destination has a story worth telling. Through Drink In Life, she explores wine, travel, gardens, books, food, and the quiet moments that make a life well lived.

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