STINGER—Country Club Style
This classic digestif cocktail combines the rich, warming depth of aged brandy with the crisp, cooling sweetness of white crème de menthe. Known for being one of the few all-spirit cocktails that is traditionally shaken rather than stirred, the result is an exceptionally cold, refreshing drink with a sophisticated minty finish. It is the perfect elegant nightcap to serve after a heavy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ice cubes (Originally 'Lump Ice'. Quantity estimated for mixing.)
- 1 1/2 ounces Aged Brandy (Originally '1 jigger Old Brandy'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 oz).)
- 1 ounce White Crème de Menthe (Originally '1 pony white Creme de Menthe'. Converted to modern measurement (1 pony = 1 oz).)
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- 1Chill a cocktail glass (martini or coupe style) in the freezer or by filling it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
- 2Fill a large mixing glass or cocktail shaker with the ice cubes. Pour in the aged brandy and white crème de menthe.
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