Stinger
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Curiada Ingredients
Directions
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Add all ingredients to mixing glass with ice
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Stir well until chilled
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Fill old-fashioned glass with crushed ice
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Strain mixture into glass over crushed ice
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Garnish with mint sprig
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Serve with straws
Cocktail Description
Imagine a cocktail that perfectly balances the sophisticated warmth of cognac with refreshing mint coolness—that's the Stinger.
This elegant drink combines the fruity, oaky notes of Hennessy V.S. Cognac with the bright, clean flavor of Tempus Fugit Crème De Menthe, creating a surprisingly harmonious marriage of warmth and cooling freshness. When served over crushed ice in an old-fashioned glass with a mint sprig garnish, it delivers a gradual dilution that keeps the flavors perfectly balanced from first sip to last. The Stinger makes an excellent after-dinner drink, particularly following a rich meal when you want something refreshing yet substantial. It pairs wonderfully with chocolate desserts, where the mint complements the cocoa while the cognac cuts through sweetness. Fortunately for home bartenders, this cocktail requires just two ingredients and a simple stirring technique, making it accessible for beginners while still offering enough complexity to satisfy experienced palates.
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