Cognac Cucumber Chase

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Cognac Cucumber Chase cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Dubonnet Rouge, Dansk Mjod Viking Blod Mead, Suze Aperitif in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
1.50 fl oz Dubonnet Rouge or alternative
0.60 fl oz Dansk Mjod Viking Blod Mead or alternative
0.17 fl oz Suze Aperitif or alternative

Directions

Chill coupe glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass with ice
Stir well until chilled
Strain into chilled coupe glass
Garnish with olive and cucumber slice

Cocktail Description

A sophisticated dance of cognac and cucumber, this elegant sipper reimagines the classic continental aperitif hour in a single, complex glass.

The Cognac Cucumber Chase delivers an intriguing balance of rich, fruit-forward cognac backbone complemented by Lillet Rouge's wine-like sweetness and subtle spice notes. Dansk Mjod Viking Blod introduces a honeyed character with surprising hibiscus undertones, while Suze adds its distinctive gentian bitterness that cleanses the palate between sips. Despite featuring four alcoholic components, the cocktail maintains remarkable balance and restraint—intense but never overwhelming.

Perfect for slow evening enjoyment, particularly as a transitional drink between daytime activities and dinner, this stirred creation requires some specialized ingredients but employs straightforward technique any home bartender can master. The Cognac Cucumber Chase pairs beautifully with savory canapés, especially those featuring smoked salmon, prosciutto, or soft French cheeses like Camembert.