This classic cocktail originated in the Ritz Hotel Bar in Paris. Festive, refreshing, and aromatic, its citrusy notes are timeless. Simple does not equal boring.
Ingredients
1.75 Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège
0.5 oz orange triple-sec
½ oz lemon juice
1 orange zest
Tools
Champagne coupe
Ice cube tray
Shaker
How to Mix
Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker and fill with ice cubes.
Shake vigorously until well mixed and well chilled.
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