Stinger

IBA

A favorite of the American upper class in the early 20th century, the Stinger became synonymous with after-dinner drinking among the Prohibition-era elite who could afford quality brandy. The meeting of warm, rounded brandy and cool, sharp white crème de menthe creates a striking thermal and flavor contrast that earned it a reputation as a sophisticated palate cleanser.

DigestifSpirit-ForwardAfter DinnerClassic

Ingredients

  • 2 ozBrandy
  • 1 ozCrème de Menthe

Preparation

Stirred · cocktail glass · none

  1. 1.

    add

    Combine brandy and crème de menthe in a mixing glass with ice.

  2. 2.

    stir

    Stir until well chilled.

  3. 3.

    strain

    Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Flavor Profile

sweet
43%
body
34%
herbal
28%
fruity
27%
viscosity
26%
heat
23%