Brandy Buck
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2.50 fl oz Ginger ale
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first three ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
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Top with ginger ale
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Garnish with lemon wedge
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Serve with straws
Cocktail Description
A Brandy Buck transforms ordinary Cognac into a brilliant, effervescent masterpiece that balances warmth and refreshment in each sip.
This elegant cocktail combines the rich grape character of Hennessy V.S. Cognac with the orange-infused sophistication of Grand Marnier, while fresh lemon juice adds necessary brightness to cut through the spirits' intensity. The ginger ale brings both sweetness and spice, creating a complex yet approachable drink with notes of oak, citrus, and ginger that dance across your palate. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a pre-dinner aperitif, the Brandy Buck works wonderfully when you want something more refined than beer but less serious than neat spirits. It's surprisingly simple to prepare despite its sophisticated flavor profile—just shake, strain, and top with ginger ale. This versatile cocktail pairs beautifully with appetizers featuring smoked salmon, aged cheeses, or even spicy Asian cuisine where the ginger notes create a harmonious bridge between food and drink.
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