Golden Reverie

Daiquiri/Classic Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Golden Reverie cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Runny honey, Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur, Fresh pressed pineapple juice, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Salt in a Old-Fashioned.

Curiada Ingredients

1.67 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
0.50 fl oz Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

2.00 spoon Runny honey
0.75 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
1.00 pinch Salt

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously with ice
Fill old-fashioned glass with fresh ice
Strain mixture into ice-filled old-fashioned glass
Garnish with pineapple wedge and silver dragees

Cocktail Description

The Golden Reverie is what happens when cognac's sophisticated warmth meets tropical sweetness in a glass that looks like liquid sunshine.

This luxurious cocktail balances the robust character of Hennessy V.S. with the floral sweetness of honey and the vanilla-forward complexity of Licor 43. Fresh pineapple juice adds tropical brightness while lemon juice cuts through the richness with a welcome tang, and a pinch of salt elevates all the flavors. Perfect for special celebrations or whenever you want to transform an ordinary evening into something memorable, the Golden Reverie requires only basic bartending skills—if you can shake a cocktail, you can make this. The drink pairs beautifully with rich desserts like crème brûlée or savory dishes featuring pork or duck, where the cocktail's sweetness complements caramelized or fatty flavors. For a spectacular presentation, don't skip the silver dragées garnish, which adds a touch of edible elegance that catches the light with every sip.