Creamy Cognac Delight

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Creamy Cognac Delight cocktail containing Bailey's Irish Cream, Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Single cream / half-and-half in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Bailey's Irish Cream or alternative
1.50 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half

Directions

Add all ingredients to shaker with ice
Shake vigorously
Strain liquid back into shaker and discard ice
Dry shake without ice
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Garnish with crumbled Cadbury's Flake bar

Cocktail Description

The Creamy Cognac Delight sits at the intersection of dessert and nightcap, offering a silky marriage of Irish cream and French brandy that feels like velvet on your palate.

This sophisticated cocktail combines the rich vanilla and chocolate notes of Bailey's with the fruity, oak-aged character of Hennessy V.S., all wrapped in velvety half-and-half and crowned with chocolate flakes. The dry shake technique creates a luxurious, frothy texture that transforms these simple ingredients into something truly special. While it requires basic shaking skills, the double-shake method is worth mastering for the smooth, aerated result. Perfect for after-dinner sipping or as a celebratory treat on cold evenings, this cocktail pairs beautifully with chocolate-based desserts, crème brûlée, or even a cheese board featuring mild, creamy selections. Serve it when you want to impress guests with minimal effort but maximum impact.