The Corduroy Jacket
The Corduroy Jacket, our retro-inspired cocktail, features Angostura bitters, cognac, and sparkling apple cider. For a slightly more potent version of this cocktail, substitute hard cider or champagne for the sparkling apple cider.
Yield: Makes 1 serving
Total:
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Recipe Time
Hands On:
5 Minutes
Total:
5 Minutes
Ingredients
- 1 fresh orange slice
- 1 brown sugar cube
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1/4 cup cognac
- 6 tablespoons chilled sparkling apple cider
- 1 (3 1/2-inch) strip orange peel
- Fresh thyme sprig
Preparation
- 1. Muddle orange slice, brown sugar cube, and Angostura bitters in a cocktail shaker to release flavors.
- 2. Fill shaker with ice cubes, and add cognac; cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into a stemmed 10-oz. glass.
- 3. Top with sparkling apple cider. Garnish with orange peel and fresh thyme sprig.
The Corduroy Jacket Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Beverages, Beverages, Alcoholic
- CONVENIENCE: Entertaining, Quick/Easy
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Fruits
- PUBLICATION: Southern Living
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