Cognac Orange Sour

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A bright, balanced cocktail where smooth cognac meets zesty citrus and orange liqueur, perfect for any evening. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Cognac, Fresh lemon juice, Orange liqueur for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 200 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 1.5 ounces cognac, 0.75 ounces fresh lemon juice, 0.75 ounces orange liqueur, and 0.5 ounces simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty and the mixture is well-chilled.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with 1 teaspoon lemon zest.

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