Three Courvoisier Cocktails to Elevate Your Festive Season
As the festive season begins to glow across the social calendar, this is the moment when at-home hosting transforms from a simple gathering into an experience — the kind defined by warmth, indulgence, and impeccable taste. And nothing captures that spirit quite like Courvoisier, the cognac house globally admired for its craftsmanship, elegance, and unmistakably refined character.
This year, Courvoisier presents three cocktails designed to elevate festive celebrations with effortless sophistication. From a Parisian-inspired twist on the Espresso Martini to a gingerbread-spiced sour and a refreshing long drink that balances spice with finesse, each cocktail brings a different dimension of luxury to the glass.
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner, a glittering soirée, or simply enhancing a quiet December evening, these Courvoisier serves offer a masterclass in festive mixology.
1. Courvoisier Espresso Martini — A Luxurious Parisian Take on a Modern Classic
The Espresso Martini has long held its place as the chic evening ritual — but Courvoisier VSOP transforms it into something deeper, smoother, and far more decadent.
By replacing vodka with cognac, the cocktail inherits a new richness: warm vanilla, caramel, and oak notes that blend seamlessly with the boldness of espresso. The result is velvety, aromatic, and undeniably indulgent — perfect for after-dinner moments or winter nights where elegance is the theme.
Ingredients
• 35ml Courvoisier VSOP
• 15ml Coffee Liqueur
• 30ml Espresso
• 10ml Sugar Syrup
Method
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake hard, double strain into a coupe or martini glass, and garnish with three coffee beans for good fortune.
2. Cognac Gingerbread Sour — Festive, Warming and Comfortingly Spiced
The festive season is built on tradition — but also on flavour. Courvoisier’s Gingerbread Sour offers both.
This elevated twist on a classic cognac sour pairs Courvoisier VS or VSOP with fresh lemon and homemade gingerbread syrup. The cocktail delivers the warmth of seasonal spices — cinnamon, ginger, clove — balanced by bright citrus and a silky egg-white foam.
It’s Christmas in a glass: comforting, aromatic, and perfect for cosy gatherings, fireside evenings, and luxurious winter dinner parties.
Ingredients
• 50ml Courvoisier VS or VSOP
• 25ml Fresh Lemon Juice
• 25ml Gingerbread Syrup
• 1 Egg White or Aquafaba
• Garnish: Cinnamon dust or a mini gingerbread cookie
Method
Shake all ingredients without ice to build texture, then shake again with ice. Strain over fresh ice and garnish.
3. Courvoisier + Ginger — A Crisp, Effortless Serve with Winter Warmth
For those who prefer a long, refreshing drink with refined character, the Courvoisier + Ginger is the ultimate festive highball.
The spicy bite of Fever-Tree ginger ale meets the smooth complexity of Courvoisier VS, creating a drink that’s bright, uplifting, and ideal for parties. It’s simple enough for effortless hosting but impressive enough to feel special — a perfect welcome drink for guests.
Ingredients
• 50ml Courvoisier VS
• 100–150ml Ginger Ale or Spiced Ginger Ale
Method
Pour over ice in a highball and allow the combination of spice, zest, and fruity cognac notes to refresh the palate.
Why Courvoisier Makes the Season Feel Special
Courvoisier has always embodied celebration. Its unique distillation, blending and maturation process delivers a cognac full of depth, radiance and richness — qualities that lend themselves beautifully to festive cocktails.
These serves highlight its versatility: bold enough for espresso, elegant with spice, and refreshing in a long drink. Whether you’re raising a glass to the year ahead or creating new traditions, Courvoisier’s festive line-up ensures your celebrations feel distinctly luxurious.
This Christmas, elevate the moment. Lift the cocktail game. And toast the season the Courvoisier way.
