Brandy Daisy

Name: Brandy Daisy Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 Juice of a Lemon; 1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar; 1 tsp Raspberry Syrup or Grenadine; 2 oz Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

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The Brandy Daisy is a balanced sour-style cocktail combining brandy with fresh lemon juice, powdered sugar, and raspberry syrup or grenadine for subtle fruit flavor and depth.

🏷️Equipment: stein

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

Visit Mr. Boston Drinks

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide 50th Anniversary Edition

Ingredients

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1/2 Juice of a Lemon
1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar
1 tsp Raspberry Syrup or Grenadine
2 oz Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

4 Ingredients

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Instructions

1
Shake with ice and strain into stein or 8 oz.
2
Add cubes of ice and decorate with fruit.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Shake hard for 10–15 seconds with fresh ice to properly chill and dilute the drink—under-shaking results in a spirit-forward, harsh cocktail.
Use equal parts juice and powdered sugar by volume (both 1/2 oz) for balance; adjust slightly if your brandy is particularly high-proof or soft.
Chill your glass beforehand if possible; a warm glass will melt ice quickly and dilute the drink unevenly.
Strain into a coupe or rocks glass; if using rocks, add one large ice cube or several smaller ones to minimize dilution as you sip.

Substitutions

Raspberry syrup → grenadine (same volume; produces deeper color and slightly drier profile)
Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → VSOP cognac or armagnac (premium alternative with richer complexity)
Lemon juice → lime juice (shifts flavor toward daiquiri-style brightness; reduces sweetness slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails are best served immediately after mixing; do not store prepared drinks.

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger or measuring spoon · strainer · bar spoon

Common Questions

What's the difference between a daisy and a sour cocktail?

A daisy typically includes a liqueur or syrup (here, raspberry syrup or grenadine) and is often served over ice, while a standard sour uses just sugar and citrus.

Can I use fresh lemon juice or does it need to be bottled?

Fresh-squeezed lemon juice is strongly recommended for better flavor and balance; bottled juice lacks the brightness this drink needs.

What brandy works best for this cocktail?

A mid-range VS or VSOP brandy balances cost and quality; avoid bottom-shelf options, which will taste harsh, or premium bottles, which are wasted in mixed drinks.