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Hennessy Xo Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time30m
Serves1

Make Hennessy Xo Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Garnishes

Method

Preparation

1

Chill the Glass

Place the glass in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to chill.

2

Prepare the Ice

Gather 4 ice cubes and place them in the chilled glass.

Mixing

3

Pour Hennessy XO

Carefully pour 2 oz of Hennessy XO Cognac over the ice cubes in the glass.

4

Add Bitters

Add 2 dashes of chocolate bitters to the glass.

Garnishing

5

Garnish with Orange Peel

Express the oils from a strip of orange peel over the drink and then place it in the glass.

6

Optional Garnishes

If desired, sprinkle dark chocolate shavings on top and place a cinnamon stick for added aroma.

Serving

7

Serve

Enjoy your Hennessy XO neat or on the rocks, savoring the complex flavors.

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