Minted Monastery

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Minted Monastery cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Giffard Crème de Cacao Liqueur, Marie Brizard Crème de Cacao White, Tempus Fugit Crème De Menthe, Single cream / half-and-half, Fee Brothers Fee Foam Egg White Alternative, Angostura Cocoa Bitters in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
0.33 fl oz Giffard Crème de Cacao Liqueur or alternative
0.33 fl oz Marie Brizard Crème de Cacao White or alternative
0.27 fl oz Tempus Fugit Crème De Menthe or alternative
0.50 fl oz Fee Brothers Fee Foam Egg White Alternative or alternative
1.00 dash Angostura Cocoa Bitters or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half

Directions

Add ice to shaker
Pour all ingredients into shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Dust with chocolate powder
Float mint leaf on top

Cocktail Description

The Minted Monastery transforms an ordinary nightcap into a silky indulgence that blends the sacred trinity of chocolate, mint, and cognac into liquid velvet.

Each sip delivers a luxurious balance of rich chocolate from the duo of crème de cacao liqueurs, brightened by cool mint notes and anchored by the warming fruit and oak character of Hennessy cognac. The egg white and cream create a sumptuous texture that coats the palate, while cocoa bitters add subtle depth and complexity. Though requiring several specialty ingredients, this cocktail is surprisingly straightforward to make—just a vigorous shake with ice before fine straining creates its signature creamy texture topped with a dusting of chocolate and a floating mint leaf. Perfect for dessert service or as a sophisticated nightcap, the Minted Monastery pairs beautifully with chocolate desserts, butter cookies, or even a cheese plate featuring mild, creamy selections. Serve this after a dinner party when you want to impress guests with something more interesting than the expected espresso.