Ingredients
- 45 ml Cognac
- 22.5 ml Amaretto
Preparation
- Build in a snifter over ice.
- Stir gently.
Origin Story
The French Connection cocktail is believed to have originated in the 1970s, named after the film of the same name that highlighted the connection between France and the U.S. This drink pairs cognac with amaretto, reflecting a blend of cultures.
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Seen in
- The French Connection 1971
While the film is about drug smuggling, the cognac-amaretto cocktail shares its name.