Cognac Summit
Ladies and gents, give a warm welcome to the most sophisticated cognac cocktail around. Discerning, elegant and complex, Courvoisier® VSOP perfectly balances the tart and spicy flavors of lime and ginger. Garnish with a cucumber peel and be prepared to impress each and every guest.
main spirit
FLAVOR
skill level
Intermediate
Ladies and gents, give a warm welcome to the most sophisticated cognac cocktail around. Discerning, elegant and complex, Courvoisier® VSOP perfectly balances the tart and spicy flavors of lime and ginger. Garnish with a cucumber peel and be prepared to impress each and every guest.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare directly in the glass. Place the lime zest and ginger slices in the glass. Pour in 3/4 parts of Cognac. Lightly press the lime and ginger 2 to 3 times using a pestle. Half fill the glass with ice. Stir well for 5 seconds using a bar spoon. Pour in 3/4 parts of Cognac. Add lemon-lime soda and the cucumber peel. Stir well for 5 seconds using bar spoon.
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