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Japanese Cocktail

A sweet and balanced brandy cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 29.2%

Ingredients

~171 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Lemon peelLemon peel2 pcs
  • Cognac (brandy)Cognac (brandy)60 ml
  • Orgeat (almond) syrupOrgeat (almond) syrup10 ml
  • Angostura aromatic bittersAngostura aromatic bitters3 dashes

Garnish

  • Lemon twistLemon twist

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Stir all ingredients with ice: Lemon peel 2 pcs · Cognac 60 ml · Orgeat (almond) syrup 10 ml · Angostura aromatic bitters 3 dashes
  3. Strain into the chilled glass
  4. Express a lemon twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

The Japanese cocktail blends smooth whisky with elegant, balanced sweetness, offering a refined and approachable drink. Its origins are traced to early 20th-century bartenders seeking subtlety and charm. This cocktail invites appreciation of finesse and tradition.

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Old Fashioned
  • North America
  • Nightcap
  • Dinner party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Balanced

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Old Fashioned
  • North America
  • Nightcap
  • Dinner party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Balanced

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