Maxime Trijol VS Cognac
Brandy cocktail

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Cognac, orange and lemon. A 1920s Paris classic and the best thing you can do with a good VS.

GlassCoupeGarnishSugar rim (optional)

What you’ll need

  • 50ml
    Cognac
    Maxime Trijol VS Cognac £37.99
  • 20ml
    Orange liqueur (triple sec)
    Gabriel Boudier Curacao Triple Sec £19.99
  • 20ml
    Fresh lemon juice
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You’ll also need: Fresh lemon juice.

How to make it

  1. Sugar half the rim of a coupe if you like.
  2. Shake everything with ice.
  3. Strain into the glass.
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