Recipes The Wreck Be the first to rate & review! Benjy's * HoustonIn his ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between bar and kitchen, mixologist Robert Heugel incorporates a gastrique—the classic French reduction of vinegar, sugar and, usually, fruit—into this tart cocktail.Plus: Ultimate Cocktail Guide By Robert Heugel Updated on March 27, 2015 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: 1 drink Ingredients Ice 2 ounces brandy 3/4 ounce Cointreau or other triple sec 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice 1/2 ounce Vanilla-Cardamom Gastrique Directions Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add all of the remaining ingredients and shake well. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Rate it Print