The stinger cocktail was popular among the upper classes after the turn of
the 20th Century. Reginald Vanderbilt appears to have been a notorious
lover of the stinger. You don&#39;t see this one on cocktail menus, and
initially the brandy/mint combination seems off-putting. But then think
about the mint julep.

The recipes call for white creme de menthe, but you can use green in its
place.

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<ul>
<li>2 1/4 ounces brandy</li>
<li>3/4 ounce white creme de menthe</li>
</ul>

Place the brandy and creme de menthe in a mixing glass with ice and stir
until well chilled. Strain into a coupe and serve ungarnished. You can also
serve this on the rocks, if you prefer.

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<a href="http://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/recipes/a3762/stinger-drink-recipe/" target="_blank">Esquire -- David Wonderich&#39;s take</a>

<a href="http://www.kitchenriffs.com/2012/12/the-stinger-cocktail.html" target="_blank">Kitchen Riffs — includes some interesting variations</a>

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