Diana Cocktail

Name: Diana Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz White creme de menthe; 1 1/2 oz Brandy

The Diana Cocktail is an elegant brandy-based drink that combines white crème de menthe and brandy for a smooth, minty flavor. It's a straightforward classic suited to after-dinner sipping.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$8–$13

Recipe Source

View original recipe

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide

Ingredients

1 1/2 oz White creme de menthe
1 1/2 oz Brandy

2 Ingredients

Delivery in as fast as one hour.^*

Powered by Instacart

Prices vary by store

^*Service fees apply. Instacart^® and the Instacart logo are registered trademarks of Maplebear Inc. d/b/a Instacart.

Instructions

1
Fill cocktail glass with ice.
2
Add creme de menthe, then float brandy

Was this recipe helpful?

Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glass beforehand or serve over ice to keep the drink properly cold and smooth.
Use a jigger to measure the 1.5 oz portions precisely—balance between the two ingredients is key to this drink's elegance.
Stir gently rather than shake to maintain the cocktail's refined texture and prevent over-dilution.
Serve immediately after mixing; don't let it sit, as the flavors fade quickly once combined.

Substitutions

Green crème de menthe → White crème de menthe (inverts color; green is slightly bolder)
Brandy → Cognac (higher quality, more refined flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Mix fresh to order. Once prepared, consume within 15 minutes for optimal flavor.

Equipment

jigger · mixing glass or cocktail shaker · bar spoon or stirrer · coupe glass or rocks glass

Common Questions

What is the difference between white and green crème de menthe?

White crème de menthe is clear and has a slightly different flavor profile than green; it's lighter and more subtle. This recipe calls for white for a cleaner taste.