As momentum builds for the upcoming Academy Awards, Courvoisier Cognac has a few cool cocktails for you to enjoy at home or at party that will bring the glamour of the red-carpet right to you. These fantastic cocktails are evocative of the exceptional journeys and triumphs experienced by some of this year’s most talked about nominees, such as Bradley Cooper for his outstanding portrayal in American Sniper; Common and John Legend for Selma; and Eddie Redmayne’s transformation in The Theory of Everything. As one of the world’s leading luxury Cognac houses, Courvoisier is proud to recognize these “Exceptional Journeys,” also a part of the brand’s campaign.
THE TALENTED MR. COOPER
1 ½ parts Courvoisier VSOP Cognac
½ part Cherry Heering Liqueur
6 black cherries
Dash of gomme
Soda water
Mint to garnish
Muddle the cherries in a mixing glass before adding all the other ingredients. Shake well and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Top with soda and garnish with a sprig of mint and a single cherry.
A GLORIOUS EVENING
1 part Courvoisier VSOP
1 part Fresh Lemon Sour
.5 part DeKuyper Apricot Brandy
4 parts Apple Cider
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon spiral twist and a dash of fresh ground cinnamon.
SPARKLING THEORY
½ part Courvoisier VSOP Cognac
Fill Glass with Champagne
1 sugar cube (optional)
Serve in a champagne flute.