Category: Cognac

  • Pisco Sour

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    A tart and balanced cocktail from South America

    Pisco sour

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    The Pisco Sour is a classic cocktail originating from South America, particularly popular in Peru and Chile, where it is a national favorite. It combines pisco (a type of brandy) with lime juice, sugar syrup and egg white for a silky and balanced taste. The drink is known for its unique texture, with the frothy top coming from the whipped egg white. Pisco Sour is perfect for any occasion and provides a fresh and refreshing taste experience.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: South American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml pisco
    • 30 ml fresh lime juice
    • 20 ml syrup
    • 1 egg white
    • Ice cubes
    • A piece of angostura bitters for garnish (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the pisco, lime juice, syrup and egg white.
    3. Shake vigorously without ice to emulsify the egg white, for about 10 seconds.
    4. Add ice and shake again for about 15 seconds.
    5. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    6. Garnish with a few drops of angostura bitters if desired.

    Pro tips

    • For best results, use a quality pisco.
    • If you want a milder acidity, adjust the amount of lime juice to taste.
    • Remember to use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.

  • Horse's Neck

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    En uppfriskande och fruktig highball

    Horse’s Neck

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    Horse’s Neck är en klassisk highball-cocktail som kombinerar brandy och ingefärsöl för en uppfriskande och lättdrinkad cocktail. Drinken är känd för sin enkla men eleganta presentation, där den får sitt namn från den långa ingefärsölsslangen som liknar ett hästhuvud. Denna drink är perfekt för varma sommarkvällar eller som en sofistikerad fördrink.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml brandy
    • 150 ml ginger beer
    • 1 citronskiva
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt brandy och fyll upp med ingefärsöl.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with a lemon slice.

    Pro tips

    • Välj en högkvalitativ brandy för att ge drinken en rikare smak.
    • Justera mängden ingefärsöl efter egen smak för att anpassa sötman och kryddigheten.
    • Servera gärna med en lång citronskiva för att få den traditionella ’horse’s neck’-formen.

  • French Connection

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    A simple and luxurious cognac and amaretto cocktail

    French Connection

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    French Connection is an elegant and simple cocktail that combines cognac and amaretto. Created in the 1970s, it is known for its balanced and rich flavor profile, where the sweet and nutty amaretto liqueur blends with the powerful and complex taste of the cognac. The drink is an excellent choice for those who appreciate spirit-based and sophisticated cocktails.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml cognac
    • 30 ml amaretto
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the cognac and amaretto.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Serve immediately.

    Pro tips

    • Use a quality cognac for the best taste.
    • Adjust the amount of amaretto to your preference to customize the sweetness.
    • Serve with a large ice cube to avoid the drink becoming too diluted.

  • Suffering Bastard

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    A spicy and fruity tiki cocktail

    Suffering Bastard

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    The Suffering Bastard is a tiki cocktail created in the 1940s at Shepheard's Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, during World War II. The drink quickly became popular with soldiers stationed in the region, and its unique flavor profile has kept it popular ever since. Suffering Bastard combines gin, brandy, lime juice, ginger beer and bitters for a drink that is spicy, tart and slightly sweet. It's a perfect balance of strength and freshness, and it's particularly good as a refreshing cocktail for festive occasions.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml brandy
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 90 ml ginger beer
    • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge or mint sprig for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, brandy, lime juice and bitters.
    3. Top with ginger beer.
    4. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge or a mint sprig.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of ginger beer depending on how spicy you want the drink to be.
    • For best flavor, use fresh lime juice instead of packaged.
    • Feel free to add an extra dash of bitters for a more complex flavor.

  • Pisco Punch

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    A tropical and fruity cocktail

    Pisco Punch

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    The Pisco Punch is a classic cocktail that originated in San Francisco and was created by bartender Duncan Nicol in the 19th century. It combines Pisco (a Peruvian or Chilean spirit), pineapple juice, lemon juice and sugar for a refreshing and fruity taste. Pisco Punch was one of the most popular drinks in San Francisco bars in the early 1900s and has since been revived in many cocktail bars. The drink is known for its balance of sweetness and acidity, making it perfect for summer days or festive occasions.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: Peruvian drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml Pisco (Peruvian or Chilean)
    • 30 ml pineapple juice
    • 20 ml lemon juice
    • 10 ml syrup
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of lemon or pineapple for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the Pisco, pineapple juice, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a slice of lemon or a piece of pineapple.

    Pro tips

    • For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and pineapple juice.
    • If you prefer a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of syrup.
    • For a more authentic version, use Peruvian Pisco for a smoother flavor.

  • Don's Special Daiquiri

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    A tropical and fruity twist on the classic Daiquirin

    Don's Special Daiquiri

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    Don's Special Daiquiri is a variation of the classic Daiquirin, created by Donn Beach, a pioneer of tiki cocktails and the creator of Trader Vic's. This drink has a more complex flavor profile than the traditional Daiquiri by including several different types of rum, as well as fruit juices and honey for a tropical touch. Don's Special Daiquiri is known for its rich flavor and balanced sweetness, making it a perfect party drink.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Tiki cocktails
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml light rum
    • 15 ml dark rum
    • 15 ml apricot brandy
    • 20 ml lime juice
    • 15 ml honey syrup
    • 10 ml grenadine
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the light rum, dark rum, apricot brandy, lime juice, honey syrup and grenadine.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of honey syrup and grenadine to customize the sweetness of the drink.
    • For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice.
    • If you want a more fruity flavor, adjust the amount of apricot brandy.

  • Vieux Carré

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    A complex and sophisticated classic

    Vieux carre

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    The Vieux Carré is a classic cocktail created by Walter Bergeron in the 1930s in New Orleans, at the Hotel Monteleone's Carousel Bar. The name means 'Old Square' and refers to the French Quarter of New Orleans. This drink combines rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine and bitters, resulting in a rich and aromatic cocktail with a perfect balance of spice and sweetness.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Stirred cocktails
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 25 ml rye whiskey
    • 25 ml cognac
    • 25 ml sweet vermouth
    • 5 ml Benedictine
    • 2 splash of Peychaud's bitters
    • 2 dash of Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, Peychaud's bitters and Angostura bitters.
    3. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled old-fashioned glass with a large ice cube.
    5. Garnish with a lemon zest.

    Pro tips

    • Use high-quality rye whiskey and cognac for best results.
    • Adjust the amount of Benedictine to adapt the sweetness to taste.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the complex flavors of the drink.

  • Stinger

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    A refreshing and minty classic

    Stinger

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    The Stinger is an elegant and simple cocktail that became popular in the early 20th century, especially among the socialites. With a combination of brandy and white crème de menthe, the drink offers a cool and minty flavor profile. The Stinger is perfect as a digestif or to be enjoyed as a light evening drink. Its timeless character makes it a great choice for those who appreciate classic cocktails with a twist.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Stirred cocktails
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml brandy
    • 20 ml white crème de menthe
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the brandy and white crème de menthe.
    3. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.

    Pro tips

    • Use a high-quality brandy to get the best taste.
    • For a more intense mint flavor, increase the amount of crème de menthe slightly.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the fresh notes of the drink.

  • Sidecar

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    An elegant and tart classic

    Sidecar

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    The Sidecar is a timeless cocktail believed to have been created in the 1920s, either in Paris or London. The combination of cognac, Cointreau and fresh lemon juice provides a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. With its sophisticated flavor profile, Sidecar is a popular choice for both pre-drinks and evening drinks. It is easy to mix and has a rich history associated with the glamor of the early 20th century.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml cognac
    • 20 ml Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
    • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
    • Ice cubes
    • Sugar for the rim of the glass (optional)

    Instructions

    1. If desired, rim a cocktail glass with sugar.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled cocktail glass.

    Pro tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.
    • Adjust the amount of Cointreau to customize the sweetness to your preference.
    • Chill the glass in the freezer before serving to keep the drink extra fresh.

  • Sazerac

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    A classic and aromatic whiskey cocktail

    Sazerac

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    The Sazerac is one of the oldest cocktails that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana. Created in the 19th century, the drink is known for its unique combination of rye whiskey (or cognac), absinthe and Peychaud's bitters. The Sazerac pays homage to the city's rich cocktail tradition and is today one of the most iconic American drinks. It is often served in a chilled glass with a twist of lemon, providing a perfect balance of aromas and flavors.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Stirred cocktails
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml rye whiskey or cognac
    • 1 sugar cube
    • 2-3 splash of Peychaud's bitters
    • A dash of absinthe
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Cool a lowball glass by swirling absinthe in the glass and throwing away the excess.
    2. In a rocks glass, mash the sugar cube with Peychaud's bitters.
    3. Add the whiskey and ice cubes. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the absinthe-rinsed glass.
    5. Garnish with a lemon zest.

    Pro tips

    • Use quality rum or cognac for an authentic taste.
    • Add only a small amount of absinthe to get the right aroma and taste.
    • Cool the glass properly for a better experience.