I made this drink on November 7th, 2020 when it became clear that Joe Biden had the electoral votes to become the 46th President of the United States. My homemade peach cognac serves as a reflection of my native state’s contribution to this outcome.
American 46
Joey TrotzAtlanta GA2020s
Spirit
Brandy
Cocktail family
Highball
Flavors
Bubbly · Tart
Makes
Ingredients
- 1 oz Peach-Infused Cognac
- 1/2 oz Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- Champagne to Top
Method
- Champagne or sparkling wine to top Lemon twist as garnish Add all ingredients except Champagne to shaker with ice and shake.
- Strain into champagne flute.
- Top with Champagne, stir gently.
- Express twist and garnish.
Equipment
- Peeler or Knife
- Citrus Press
- Mixing Glass
- Shaker
- Bar Spoon
- Hawthorne Strainer
Glass
Flute