1 serving
Brandy Smash ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cognac | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 1 part |
 Orange Bitters | 2 dash | — | — | — |
 Simple Syrup | 2 dash | — | — | — |
 Mint | 1 piece | — | — | — |
 Lemon | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Mint sprig and lemon wheel
Method
How to make Brandy Smash
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill the rocks and prepare the fresh produce and Mint sprig and lemon wheel.
- 02
Measure cognac, orange bitters, simple syrup, mint, lemon accurately, keeping delicate or carbonated ingredients separate.
- 03
Gently muddle the mint with syrup and bitters, add the lemon and muddle again, add crushed ice and cognac, then swizzle gently.
- 04
Add the remaining ingredients and ice, then shake or stir until thoroughly chilled.
- 05
Fine-strain or pour into the chilled rocks as specified by the recipe.
- 06
Finish with Mint sprig and lemon wheel and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Brandy Smash taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and freshness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Brandy Smash questions
What is in a Brandy Smash?
Kokto’s build uses cognac, orange bitters, simple syrup, mint, and lemon.
How long does a Brandy Smash take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Brandy Smash prepared?
It uses a muddled method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Brandy Smash alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B018https://punchdrink.com/recipes/brandy-smash/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved