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1 Strawberry
2 oz Cognac, Hine V.S.O.P.
3⁄4 oz Elderflower liqueur, St. Germain
3⁄4 oz Lemon juice
1⁄4 oz Cinnamon syrup
1⁄2 t Balsamic Vinegar
1 ds Bitters, Angostura
1 Strawberry (as garnish)
Instructions

Muddle the strawberry and shake with remaining ingredients; strain into a glass with crushed ice, garnish with another strawberry.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Brad Farran, Death and Co., Manhattan, New York
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

Death and Co. Modern Classic Cocktails

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  • Balsamic, strawberry, and cognac flavors up front, with elderflower liqueur present after the initial hit of flavor. It's interesting; you need to be in the mood for a flavor bomb though - the upfront sweetness is intense, followed by that raisin-y, sharp vinegar tang on the finish. Cinnamon, to my palate, is mostly lost in the mix here. — ★★★★
  • A little sweet but very good!! — ★★★★★
  • Beautiful, delicious, and interesting. I served this up and liked it quite a lot that way.
  • Spice and sweetness. — ★★★★
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Comments
Steve L commented on 6/25/2017:

I topped this with a little club soda and, for me, it worked to open it up a bit.