The North StarClass up your cocktail this season with cognac. We were recently treated to a Hennessy flight featuring Black, V.S.O.P. and X.O at Lacroix at The Rittenhouse hotel, and we’re hooked. Here are two Hennessy libations guaranteed to put a spring in your step — despite the chilly weather outside.The Mint1.5 oz. Hennessy V.S.5 oz. Carpano antica formulaSplash of lemon juiceSplash of simple syrup2 dashes Fee Brothers Old Fashioned Bitters1 oz. cranberry juice2 oz. peppermint teaGarnish: Orange twistGlass: Collins or mugCold Method: Add all ingredients to a shaker tin and shake with ice until well chilled. Strain into a Collins glass with fresh ice; garnish with an orange twist.Hot Method: Add all non-alcoholic ingredients to a pot and bring to a boil; remove from heat and pour into heat-proof glass. Add all alcohol and garnish with an orange twist.The North Star2.5 oz. Hennessy V.S.25 oz. maple syrup1 dash Fee Brothers Black Walnut Bitters1 dash angostura bittersGarnish: 1 star aniseGlass: RocksMethod: Add all ingredients to a mixing glass and stir with ice until chilled. Strain into an Old Fashioned glass without ice and garnish with a star anise.
