Strawberry Hennessy is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that perfectly blends Hennessy’s smooth, rich flavor with the sweet and tangy taste of strawberries. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a special occasion, or just treating yourself, this cocktail is a crowd favorite!
A friend told me about this special strawberry Hennessy recipe and I knew I had to share it! The recipe is simple, but the results are truly magical. The sweet strawberries elevate the smooth cognac to new heights, making it even more enjoyable to sip on.
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Why You’ll Love This Drink
- Perfect Balance of Flavors: The smooth richness of Hennessy pairs beautifully with the sweet and tangy strawberry and lemon.
- Simple to Make: With just a few ingredients, it’s quick and easy to prepare, whether for a party or a relaxing evening.
- Visually Stunning: Its vibrant red color and fresh garnish make it as beautiful as it is delicious, perfect for impressing guests.
Strawberry Hennessy Ingredients
Hennessy: A brand of cognac that originates from France. The main ingredient is adding smooth, rich flavor.
Fresh Strawberries: Organic, juicy strawberries are best. When they’re muddled they make a sweet strawberry mixture (like a strawberry puree) that gives the cocktail a naturally sweet, fresh flavor.
Lime Juice: Always use freshly squeezed lime juice when making this cocktail. You can also use lemon juice instead of lime.
Bubbles: You can use any type of Champagne, Prosecco, or if you want to keep it light sparkling water, to make this drink!
How to Make a Strawberry Hennessy Cocktail
- Start by muddling four strawberries in a cocktail shaker.
- Add Hennessy and lime juice then shake well.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice and then top with bubbles. Either club soda or Champagne.
Recipe Variations
Sweeten It Up: Mix in simple syrup or use pre-made strawberry syrup for a sweeter cocktail.
Switch Up the Fruit: Try raspberries, blueberries, or other seasonal fruits for a fresh twist.
Add Some Bubbles: Use Champagne instead of club soda for a sparkling version.
Experiment with Spirits: Replace Hennessy with vodka or gin for a different flavor profile.
Make a Slushy: Blend all the ingredients with ice for a refreshing Hennessy slushy.
Boost the Flavor: Add 1/2 oz of Grand Marnier for a richer taste or 2 oz of lemonade for a Strawberry Lemonade Hennessy.
Non-Alcoholic Version: For a non-alcoholic twist on this drink, skip the Hennessy and add an extra ounce of club soda or Sprite.
Cocktail Garnish Ideas
There are a few different ways you can garnish this cocktail.
- Add a lime wheel, lemon wedge, orange slice, or strawberry, to the glass.
- Edible flowers are always a beautiful cocktail garnish.
- Lime zest or lemon zest add color and fragrance.
- Serve this drink with strawberry ice cubes for a beautiful presentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hennessy is a brand of cognac that originates from France. The company was founded in 1765, and today it is one of the most popular cognacs on the market. It’s made from a blend of different types of eaux-de-vie, which are distilled wines made from grapes.
The brand offers a variety of different cognacs, ranging from the entry-level Hennessy VS to the Hennessy XO, which is aged for a minimum of 20 years.
You can make your own Strawberry Hennessy by infusing Hennessy with fresh strawberries for a few days. While it’s unnecessary for this cocktail, it will enhance the flavor and give it a fresh, fruity twist.
There are many ways to create different variations of a strawberry Hennessy. You could make a delicious drink that features:
A strawberry pina colada and rum.
Rum, fresh strawberries, and a lime wedge.
Triple sec, lemon juice, and orange zest
Hennessy is not a whiskey, but rather a brand of cognac. Cognac is a type of distilled wine that originates from France.
Hennessy has a smooth, mellow woody taste with notes of vanilla and oak. It is typically enjoyed neat or on the rocks, but can also be used in cocktails.
More Strawberry Drinks Recipes
- Delicious Strawberry Sodas
- Strawberry Lemonade
- Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
- Strawberry Margarita Recipe
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Strawberry Hennessy
Ingredients
- 4 strawberries, fresh
- 1 1/2 ounce Hennessy
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce Sparkling white wine , or club soda
Instructions
- Muddle the strawberries in a cocktail shaker.
- Add the Hennessy, lime juice and ice into the shaker.
- Shake for 20 seconds.
- Strain over ice and pour the bubbles over the top.
