Between the Sheets

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Dandy Lion cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur, Giffard Triple Sec, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Chilled water (reduce if wet ice) in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
0.50 fl oz Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Triple Sec or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
0.50 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express oils from orange zest over drink by flaming
Garnish with flamed orange zest twist

Cocktail Description

The Between the Sheets is what happens when French elegance meets cocktail ingenuity—a sophisticated sipper that's destined to become your new evening standard.

This cognac-forward cocktail delivers a remarkable balance of warm spice from the Hennessy, herbal complexity from Bénédictine, bright citrus from the triple sec, and just enough lemon to keep everything lively. Though it requires several specialty spirits, the Between the Sheets is surprisingly straightforward to prepare, demanding only basic shaking technique and a proper chill. It's the perfect cocktail for those transitional seasons—spring evenings or crisp autumn nights—when you want something both warming and refreshing. The flamed orange garnish adds a subtle aromatic touch that elevates the entire experience without overwhelming it. This cocktail would pair beautifully with rich appetizers like foie gras or a cheese board featuring aged Comté, though it's equally at home alongside simple roasted chicken with herbs or mushroom risotto.