12 Best Brandy co*cktails to Drink (2024)

This popular co*cktail contains Cognac and Triple Sec liqueur. The Sidecar is a relatively easy drink to make. All you need to do is combine the alcohol and lemon juice in an ice-filled shaker. Pour the beverage into a martini glass, and decorate with a twist of your favorite citrus.

While nobody knows the exact origins of this co*cktail, the Brandy Alexander remains a classic sipping drink for many. It is a cream-based co*cktail, including heavy cream and creme de cacao. The Brandy Alexander also features Cognac. Mix everything in a shaker and serve with a grated nutmeg garnish.

Bourbon Milk Punch is a delicious holiday party drink because it looks and tastes similar to eggnog without the egg. This co*cktail features your choice of bourbon, brandy, or rum alongside milk and vanilla extract. Freshly grated nutmeg adds a warm feel. Make this drink dairy-free by using a substitute such as almond milk.

This take on the classic Manhattan drink includes brandy, giving it an elevated flavor. The preferred brandy is Cognac because of its spiced vanilla flavor, but you can use whatever variety you like best. It also includes ingredients like sweet red vermouth and Angostura bitters. Top with Luxard cherries and enjoy.

This French Vieux Carre is a little tricky for beginner co*cktail makers because it includes several varieties of liqueur and bitters you may be unfamiliar with. The drink uses alcohol such as Rye whiskey, Cognac, Bénédictine, and Peychaud’s bitters. Thankfully, preparing this co*cktail is as simple as pouring each ingredient into an ice-filled glass.

Here is a recipe for one interpretation of the famous New Orleans co*cktail, the Sazerac. Rye whiskey is the star of this drink, accompanied by absinthe or anise liqueur. While this recipe includes minimal ingredients, its preparation takes several steps, including soaking sugar cubes and rinsing your glass.

A quintessential alcoholic fall and winter drink, the Apple Brandy Cider co*cktail strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spiced flavor. The drink features all things apple — fruit, cider, and brandy. The recipe also includes brown sugar and cinnamon. This apple brandy co*cktail makes enough to share with friends.

The Treaty of Paris co*cktail includes a brandy of your choice and champagne. This recipe also recommends you make your own earl grey tea syrup to compliment the liqueur. While making your syrup adds an extra step to the process, it helps elevate the other flavors in the drink.

This tart and sweet co*cktail feature several fruit-flavored ingredients like apple brandy, lemon juice, and orange juice. Include extra maple syrup for a sweeter taste. Serve this drink chilled, and garnish with a fresh apple wedge. Double or triple this Applejack Rabbit recipe and share it with friends.

This classic Brandy Sour co*cktail recipe packs a tart punch with every sip. This drink features brandy and Angostura bitters alongside lemon juice and egg white. Add all of your ingredients into a shaker with ice. Pour into a tumbler glass and serve with one maraschino cherry.