French Maid cocktail garnished with mint and cucumber

French Maid

Herbal
Citrusy
Spicy

A refreshing cocktail that combines the aromatic flavors of cognac and falernum with the crispness of cucumber and mint, topped with ginger beer for a spicy finish.

Time to make
5 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Strength
Medium

Ingredients

1 serving
  • Ginger Beer1.00 oz
  • Cucumber3.00 oz
  • Lime Juice0.75 oz
  • Falernum liqueur0.50 oz
  • Mint leaves8.00 oz
  • Rich Simple (2:1) syrup0.33 oz
  • Cognac1.50 oz

Equipement

Serving details

  • GlasswareCollins
  • GarnishMint sprig speared cucumber slice
  • IceRegularCubes
  • TemperatureChilled

How to make it

  • Muddle cucumber in the base of a shaker.
  • Add mint leaves, cognac, falernum liqueur, lime juice, and sugar syrup.
  • Shake with ice and fine strain into an ice-filled Collins glass.
  • Top with ginger beer.

Other details

  • CaloriesBetween_100_and_150
  • Alcohol volume12.42%
  • Not suitable forVeganDairy_Free

Reviews

4.5
(85)