Stinger Mint Brandy Cocktail
A crisp and refreshing classic cocktail with a cool minty edge, the Stinger is perfect as an after-dinner sipper or a sophisticated evening drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker (or mason jar with lid)
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Strainer
- Cocktail glass (or rocks glass with ice for a variation)
Ingredients
- 2 oz Brandy (or cognac for a richer flavor)
- ¾ oz White crème de menthe
- Ice (for shaking and optionally for serving)
Instructions
- Chill the GlassPlace your cocktail glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while preparing the drink.
- Measure and PourIn a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz brandy and ¾ oz white crème de menthe.
- Add IceFill the shaker to the top with ice.
- Shake It UpShake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain and ServeDiscard the ice from the chilled glass (if using ice water), and strain the cocktail into the glass.
- Garnish (Optional)No garnish is traditional, but a mint leaf can add a touch of elegance.
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Notes
- Use white crème de menthe for the signature crystal-clear appearance.
- Cognac adds more depth, but brandy is a great budget-friendly option.
- Serving over crushed ice makes for a refreshing warm-weather variation.
- For a lighter mint flavor, reduce crème de menthe to ½ oz.
- For extra mintiness, go up to 1 oz — but don’t overshadow the brandy.