French Diamond
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French Diamond
Serve in a Coupe glass
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Rémy Martin V.S.O.P. cognac |
| 2⁄3 oz | Bénédictine D.O.M. liqueur |
| 1⁄3 oz | Maple syrup |
| 1⁄3 oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1⁄2 oz | Orange juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1 dash | Angostura Aromatic Bitters |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Coupe glass.
- Prepare garnish of lemon zest twist.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
- EXPRESS lemon zest twist over the cocktail and use as garnish.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
This citrusy cognac-laced cocktail is fruity and edging towards the sweet side of balanced with maple syrup, lemon and orange juice.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created in 2015 by Ciprian Zsraga at The Hoxton Pony in London, England.
Nutrition:
One serving of French Diamond contains 212 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.4 standard drinks
- 19.16% alc./vol. (19.16° proof)
- 19.2 grams of pure alcohol
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