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British Invasion Cocktail - Courvoisier Cognac

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B&B stands for Brandy & Benedictine. It is one of the icons of fine drinking and is a true classic cocktail. Often, a B&B is served on the rocks, although some prefer it straight up and other prefer it slightly warmer (prep your snifter with warm water, dumping it before adding the spirits). It is almost always served in a brandy snifter and this also makes an ideal after dinner drink or nightcap.

The producers of Benedictine also make a pre-mixed B&B, which is really good, but if you have a favorite brandy you will find that a far better option.

Prep Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 3 minutes

Yield: 1 Cocktail

Ingredients:

Preparation:

  1. Pour the Benedictine into a brandy snifter.
  2. Use the back of a bar spoon to gently float the brandy on top.

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User Reviews

 5 out of 5
Heavenly drink, Member JohnRowan

This is one of the classic drinks, with a uniquely delicious flavour. I defy anyone not to like it. It is not easily available in the shops, but you can easily make it yourself. Just ignore the advice to float it over a spoon - really the two ingredients have to be well mixed. No ice.

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