If you’re not the type to sip cognac on its own or you just couldn’t spring for the incredible but much more expensive Camus XO, he’s a cocktail to serve as an alternative. Enjoy!

 

Cognac Summit Cocktail

1 zest lime

4 thin slices Fresh Ginger

1 ½ oz. Cognac VSOP

2 oz. traditional lemonade

1 long piece cucumber peel

Method :

  1. Place the lime zest and ginger slices in an old-fashioned glass.
  2. Pour in 3/4 oz. of VSOP Cognac. Lightly press the lime and ginger 2 to 3 times using a pestle.
  3. Half fill the glass with ice. Stir well for 5 seconds using a bar spoon.
  4. Pour in 3/4 oz of VSOP Cognac. Add 2 oz. of traditional lemonade and the cucumber peel.
  5. Stir well for 5 seconds using a bar spoon. Serve immediately.