Somewhere between a Sidecar and a classic French 75, this cocktail is a potent but approachable winter sipper.

Easy, Brandy, WineMike AugustyniakFebruary 9, 2019P.S. Steak, Jeff Rogers, Minneapolis, Pierre Ferrand, Benedictine, Prose, Sparkling Wine, Combier, CointreauComment

Direct Currant

Splitting the difference between the classic Manhattan and the Wisconsin version, this bold yet balanced cocktail takes on an earthy note from fresh blackcurrants.

King's Coffee

A delicious vamp on a brandy Manhattan, featuring a special coffee liqueur.

Kringle Collins

Caramel, hazlenut, allspice and cranberry make this well-rounded, effervescent cocktail perfect for Christmas gatherings

Honeymoon

A 1920s classic, this balanced riff on a Sidecar uses the original American spirit.

BrandyMike AugustyniakDecember 9, 2017Copper & Kings, Apple Brandy, Pierre Ferrand, Dry Curacao, Honey, BenedictineComment

Old Town Saigon

Hai Hai's version of the Old Fashioned highlights Cognac with Thai cinnamon.

BrandyMike AugustyniakDecember 2, 2017Maison Rouge, Cinnamon, Saigon Cinnamon, orange, Demerara, Birk Grudem, Hola Arepa, NortheastComment

Madox Ford

Brandy, Bourbon & WhiskeyMike AugustyniakJune 10, 2017Jillian Koller, Matty O'Brien, J.D. Fratzke, St. Paul, Mac-Groveland, Luci, Pierre Ferrand, Cognac, Peychauds, Angostura, BenedictineComment

Roffignac

As spring heats up, reach for the refreshing cognac sparkler, with a hint of raspberry, that kept 19th century New Orleans cool.

BrandyMike AugustyniakMay 6, 2017Pierre Ferrand, Shrub, Raspberry, Soda, Cognac, St. Paul, Lake Como, Como Dockside, Christopher GreenfieldComment

Summit Cocktail

A bright, modern French classic cocktail featuring cognac, cucumber and ginger.

BrandyMike AugustyniakMarch 18, 2017Cognac, Gavin Kaysen, Robb Jones, Bellecour, Wayzata, Cucumber, Ginger, France

Young Joni Old Fashioned

This sweeter, milder take on an Old Fashioned cocktail uses brandy as its base.

BrandyMike AugustyniakDecember 8, 2016Old Fashioned, Ann Kim, Pizzeria Lola, Chamomile, Minneapolis, Northeast, Pierre Ferrand, Cognac, Bittercube, BolivarComment

The Fig is Up

Fig-infused Cognac and wine syrup (delicious enough, alone, to serve on pancakes!) combine in this simple stunner of a fall cocktail.

Brandy, WineMike AugustyniakSeptember 17, 2016Cognac, Fig, Red Wine, Cabernet, Red Cow, Ian Lowther, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Edina, Cinnamon, Lemon

Little Red Corvette

The winning recipe for the 2016 Copper & Kings MIXT&PE competition is inspired by the classic Jack Rose cocktail, and Prince.

White Sangria

White sangria is a refreshing alternative to the more-common red variety, and is an easy-make ahead item for any camping trip.

The Stinger

An update to the original late-19th century cocktail, using Minnesota & Wisconsin made spirits.

BrandyMike AugustyniakJanuary 30, 2016Apple, Yahara Bay, Rumplemintz, Dr. McGillicuddy, Tom Bullock, Ideal Bartender, Death's Door, Wondermint, Commodore, St. PaulComment

Champagne Cocktail

6Smith's seasonal twist on a classic Champagne Cocktail made for winter.

Brandy, LiqueurMike AugustyniakDecember 26, 2015Prosecco, 6Smith, Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka, Marlon Hanson, Laird's, ChampagneComment

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