A refined, spirit-forward cocktail that marries the herbal complexity of Benedictine with the bright orange notes of Cointreau and the smooth warmth of Canadian whiskey. Perfect for slow sipping in a classic cocktail glass.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Canadian whiskey (60 ml)
- ½ oz Benedictine (15 ml)
- ½ oz Cointreau (15 ml)
- Ice cubes
- 1 maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Steps to Make It
- Chill a cocktail glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- Fill a mixing glass halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour in the Canadian whiskey, Benedictine, and Cointreau.
- Stir thoroughly for about 20–30 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
- Discard the ice from the chilled cocktail glass if using the ice-water method.
- Strain the mixed drink into the prepared cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
- Serve and enjoy.
(Updated: 7/11/25)
Author: Howard
Meet Howard, a dedicated blogger and mixologist from Patchogue, New York. With more than 11 years of expertise in the field, he has developed his abilities to craft distinctive and avant-garde cocktails with the best ingredients and methods. He has experience in the art of mixology thanks to his employment as a qualified bartender at some of the best bars and eateries. He likes to experiment with novel flavor combinations in their own time and post their results on the well-known blog Drinks.Wiki. In addition to their bartender abilities, they are also informed about the background and traditions of mixing drinks, frequently include this information in their blog entries. Follow him for advice from the pros, recipes, and behind-the-scenes looks at the mixology industry.
