How do you make a brandy Stinger?
This recipe hews classic, in proportion and technique, stirring two parts cognac with one part crème de menthe before straining it into a rocks glass. Serve the drink over crushed ice for an extra dose of refreshment, and you will render the perfect digestif.
What are the ingredients for a Stinger?
1 3/4 oz Cognac
2/3 oz White crème de menthe
Stinger/Ingredients
What is a good mixture with brandy?
Some good mixers for brandy include the following:
- Heavy cream, milk, or other dairy.
- Coffee.
- Coffee-flavored liqueur such as Kahlúa.
- Ginger ale or ginger beer.
- Tea.
- Lemonade.
- Orange juice.
- Sweet and sour mix.
What alcohol is in a Stinger?
CognacStinger / Main alcohol
Can you make a stinger with green creme de menthe?
The Stinger cocktail uses white creme de menthe, a unique variety of liqueur that’s not used in many other standard cocktails. Why do you need white creme de menthe, and what is it? Well, the classic Stinger is not supposed to be green!
Is cognac a brandy?
Victor Hugo called cognac the “liquor of the gods.” It’s become known as a symbol of French luxury, the best brandy money can buy (yes, cognac is a brandy).
What is a stinger drink?
The Stinger was historically served as an after-dinner drink or digestif, but it is now often served at any time of the day.
How do you drink a menthe and brandy cocktail?
Ingredients 1 Combine brandy, white crème de menthe, and ice in a cocktail shaker. 2 Shake until chilled. 3 Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or over ice in a rocks glass. Serve cold.
What to mix with mint and brandy?
It’s easy to mix up and the delicate combination of brandy and mint is one that will delight your senses. This recipe is one of those easy two-ingredient drinks that takes less than a minute to make. All you need is your favorite bottle of brandy and a little crème de menthe.
