Cognacs Recipe
Make Cognacs Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Juice the Lemons
Squeeze fresh lemons to extract 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Strain to remove any pulp or seeds.
- 3
Prepare the Mint
Gently bruise the fresh mint leaves by pressing them with the back of a spoon or muddler to release their essential oils.
Mixing
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a shaker, combine the cognac, simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and orange bitters.
- 5
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
Serving
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish with a lemon twist and a sprig of mint for an aromatic finish.
