Six summer cocktails with cognac for warm days

Refreshing summer drinks are always long-awaited when the thermostat reaches a certain degree. Some of our favourite cognac cocktails include the Summer Spritz, which gets its subtle floral flavour from the elderflower liqueur, and the golden-hued White Sangria infused with fruits. Read on to discover those drinks and other summer cocktails that are among Hennessy's favourites right now.

The Slam Dunk summer drink

The Slam Dunk cocktail is called that for a reason: the balance of the Hennessy V.S cognac, mixed with tropical notes, lifted by the freshness of the effervescent club soda, is sublime in and of itself. When you put all these ingredients together, few cocktails rival such palatability — making it a genuine crowd-pleaser. And a real slam dunk.  

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The Summer Spritz cocktail with cognac

A classic combination of Hennessy V.S.O.P cognac and bubbles gets a refreshing twist thanks to the elderflower liqueur and lemon juice. The decorative lemon wheel also adds a subtle flavour and is a beautiful garnish. Elegant, floral, and bright: a summer drink that is a sun-kissed field of wildflowers captured in a glass.

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The Horchata summer cocktail

This easy-to-make Horchata summer drink comes with a perfect cocktail recipe to have on hand as those hot sunny days arrive. The concoction has a creamy base of horchata, a tangy cinnamon flavour and a balanced Hennessy V.S.O.P cognac. Cocktail enthusiasts everywhere, be prepared for a drink that'll be your new summer romance. 

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The Caipirinha summer cocktail with cognac

No matter if you are a fan of the Caipirinha cocktail or not, let's not forget its brilliance from a flavour perspective. The Hennessy V.S.O.P cognac pulls the other ingredients into a cohesive whole, deepening the sensation of lively and robust flavours, while bringing you straight to the tropics, no matter where you're drinking it!

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The Hennessy Classic summer drink

In the mood to try something new? May we recommend the Hennessy Classic cocktail? A much-appreciated summer drink that is easy to make, using just Hennessy V.S cognac, elderflower syrup, triple sec, and lime. This cocktail has a strong floral note, where the lime adds a pleasing citrus brightness and boosts extra-vibrant colour.

You'll find the full cocktail recipe and a video tutorial here
 

The White Sangria summer cocktail

The White Sangria summer drink, with its rich golden hue and zingy flavours, is inspired by the Spanish red coloured sangria made with traditional red wine as a base. Lighter and brighter and packed with delicious fruits, this cocktail recipe serves 9, and up to 36, making it ideal for a summer garden party!

You'll find the full cocktail recipe and a video tutorial here