Stinger
Brandy · Rocks
Cognac and white crème de menthe shaken over ice — the digestif that Cary Grant orders in 'Kiss Them for Me.' Minty, bracing, and absurdly elegant.
| Glass | Rocks |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 28% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | minty, spirit-forward, digestif, elegant |
Ingredients
- Cognac2 oz
- White Crème de Menthe0.75 oz
- Mint Sprig1 piece
Method
- Add cognac and crème de menthe to shaker with ice
- Shake hard
- Strain into rocks glass over crushed ice
- Garnish with mint sprig
Pro Tips
- Cognac + white crème de menthe — a post-prohibition cooler.
- White crème de menthe, not green; the color change is dramatic and unwelcome.
- Over crushed ice is traditional; straight-up in a coupe is the modern elegance.