COGNAC/BRANDY Recipe

Mix the Base Ingredients

In a large saucepan, combine the Cognac or Brandy, water, and sugar. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely.

Add Flavoring Ingredients

Once the sugar is dissolved, add the vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and lemon peel to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Simmer the Mixture

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for about 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together.

Cool and Strain

After 20 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove the solids (cinnamon stick and lemon peel).

Bottle the Cognac/Brandy

Pour the strained liquid into a clean bottle or jar. Seal it tightly and store it in a cool, dark place. Let it sit for at least a week for the flavors to mature.