What ingredients are in a French Connection?

1 1/2 oz Cognac, 3/4 oz Amaretto

What glass do you use for a French Connection?

A French Connection is traditionally served in a Old-fashioned glass.

How strong is a French Connection?

A French Connection has an estimated ABV of 28,08%.

How many calories are in a French Connection?

A French Connection contains approximately 174 calories per serving.

French Connection

Бокал Old-fashioned glass

Сложность Easy

Калории ~174 kcal

ABV 28,08%

Ингредиенты

Cognac 1 1/2 oz
Amaretto 3/4 oz

Инструкции

Pour all ingredients directly into old fashioned glass filled with ice cubes. Stir gently.

IBA ContemporaryClassic

The French Connection is an IBA Contemporary Classic that pairs cognac with amaretto in an old-fashioned glass over ice, producing a smooth, spirit-forward drink with brandy depth and almond sweetness. The two spirits complement each other naturally — the grape brandy providing oak and dried fruit complexity while the amaretto adds a sweet nutty warmth. It requires no shaking or straining.

History & Origins

The French Connection was created in the 1970s and takes its name from the 1971 Gene Hackman film of the same name. It was recognized by the International Bartenders Association as a Contemporary Classic, reflecting its widespread adoption across the cocktail world. Its creator is generally unattributed.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: cognac's dried fruit, vanilla, and oak with the sweet almond and apricot character of amaretto. Palate: smooth and rich with brandy depth up front, gradually yielding to the sweet, marzipan-like warmth of the amaretto. Finish: long, warm, and gently sweet with lingering brandy oak and almond.

cognac almond dried fruit smooth sweet

Pro Tip

Use a VSOP or XO cognac for the best expression of this simple build — the quality of the brandy is fully exposed with no mixers to conceal it.

Используемые техники

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Data verified Сентябрь 2017

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