Description
Green Stinger cocktails blend refreshing mint liqueur with crisp white crème de menthe for a cool, sophisticated sip. Cocktail enthusiasts will discover a perfectly balanced drink that delivers smooth herbal notes and unexpected elegance in each graceful pour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) brandy
- 0.5 ounces (15 milliliters) green creme de menthe
Garnish:
- 1 mint sprig (optional)
Ice Elements:
- Ice (as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare a mixing vessel by adding a generous amount of ice cubes to create a frosty base for the cocktail.
- Carefully measure and introduce brandy and crème de menthe into the ice-filled mixing glass, ensuring precise proportions.
- Use a long bar spoon to delicately swirl the ingredients, allowing the ice to gently chill and marry the flavors without over-diluting the mixture.
- Position a cocktail strainer on top of the mixing glass and smoothly pour the emerald-hued liquid into a pre-chilled cocktail glass.
- Enhance the presentation by artfully positioning a fresh mint sprig atop the drink, offering an aromatic and visually appealing finishing touch.
Notes
- Chill your glasses beforehand to keep the cocktail frosty and enhance the drinking experience.
- Use high-quality brandy for a smoother, more refined taste that elevates the entire drink.
- Adjust the crème de menthe ratio to personal preference, adding more or less for a stronger or milder mint flavor.
- Opt for fresh mint sprigs as a garnish to add an aromatic touch and visual appeal to the cocktail.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg