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Sonic Surfer
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Sonic Surfer
Serve in a Highball (max 10oz/300ml)
| 1 2⁄3 oz | Thomas Henry Soda Water |
| 1 2⁄3 oz | Thomas Henry Tonic Water |
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Rémy Martin V.S.O.P. cognac |
Garnish: Lemon wedge
How to make:
POUR first 2 ingredients into ice-filled glass. Carefully pour cognac so it floats to form a gold layer over the clear soda and tonic. Add a wooden lollipop stick as the drinker should stir before enjoying.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
A light and refreshing way to enjoy cognac. Best appreciated as a summertime aperitif.
History:
Created in April 2021 by yours truly, this builds on the Japanese "Sonic" (a combination of soda and tonic) with cognac surfing the bubbles.
Nutrition:
One serving of Sonic Surfer contains 120 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1 standard drinks
- 9.78% alc./vol. (9.78° proof)
- 14.2 grams of pure alcohol
- More Anytime cocktails
- More Aperitivo/aperitif cocktails
- More Layered cocktails
- More Long drinks & highballs cocktails
- More Summer cocktails
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