Sunset Elixir

Fizzes & Flips (Egg/Cream Sours & Drinks) • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Sunset Elixir cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Milk, Single cream / half-and-half in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.75 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
1.00 fl oz Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
0.50 fl oz Milk
0.50 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Sunset Elixir transforms humble ingredients into liquid gold in your glass, capturing the warm glow of dusk in every sip.

This sophisticated cocktail combines the rich, fruity notes of Hennessy V.S. Cognac with the complex vanilla and citrus flavors of Licor 43, balanced by fresh orange juice and smoothed with cream. The result is a silky, indulgent drink with surprising depth—bright citrus up front gives way to warm vanilla and cognac, finishing with a luxurious creamy texture. Perfect for after-dinner sipping or as a weekend brunch treat, the Sunset Elixir works equally well as a dessert replacement or as a companion to a light pastry. It's relatively straightforward to prepare despite its impressive presentation, requiring only basic shaking technique and fine straining. The cocktail pairs beautifully with orange-infused desserts, vanilla shortbread, or even spiced nuts that complement its warm, vanilla-forward profile.