Absinthe Makes The Heart Grow Fonder
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- Method: shake
- Glass: Coupe glass
- Ice: Ice
- Garnish: Flamed orange zest twist
- ABV: 18%
Ingredients
- Rutte Dry Gin — 1½ oz (45 ml)
- La Fée Parisienne absinthe — ¼ oz (7.5 ml)
- Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur — ⅓ oz (10 ml)
- Cherry Heering cherry brandy liqueur — ¼ oz (5 ml)
- Italian red bitter liqueur — ¼ oz (5 ml)
- Grapefruit juice (pink) — ¾ oz (22.5 ml)
- Sugar syrup — ¼ oz (5 ml)
- Chilled water (omit if using wet ice) — ½ oz (15 ml)
How to make it
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- Fine strain into chilled glass.
- Garnish with a flamed orange zest twist.
A cocktail with absinthe and grapefruit juice.
The story
The Absinthe Makes The Heart Grow Fonder cocktail is a modern creation that showcases absinthe's complex flavors alongside gin and fruit liqueurs. It reflects the recent resurgence of interest in absinthe, particularly in craft cocktail culture, where its unique herbal qualities are appreciated. The drink's playful name alludes to the famous saying, highlighting the bittersweet nature of absinthe and its historical associations with both allure and controversy.
How it tastes
This cocktail offers a complex flavor profile, balancing the herbal notes of absinthe with the brightness of grapefruit juice and the sweetness of cherry liqueurs. The result is a refreshing yet slightly bitter drink, ideal for pre-dinner cocktails or as a unique offering at a cocktail party.
Getting it right
The key to this cocktail is the shaking technique, which must be done vigorously to properly chill and dilute the mixture. Fine straining is essential to achieve a smooth texture, ensuring that no ice shards disrupt the drink's presentation. The flamed orange zest adds an aromatic finish that enhances the cocktail's appeal.
Variations
- Absinthe Sour — A variation that incorporates lemon juice and egg white for a frothy texture, creating a sour twist on the original.
- Green Fairy Fizz — This version adds soda water for a refreshing spritz, making it lighter and more effervescent.
Substitutions
- Rutte Dry Gin — Any high-quality dry gin can be used, such as Tanqueray or Bombay Sapphire.
- La Fée Parisienne absinthe — Other brands of absinthe, like Pernod or Kübler, can be substituted, though the flavor may vary.
Questions
- What does absinthe taste like?
- Absinthe has a strong anise flavor, often described as similar to black licorice, with herbal and floral notes from various botanicals.
- Can I make this cocktail without absinthe?
- While absinthe is a key ingredient, you could substitute it with anise-flavored liqueurs like pastis, but the flavor profile will change significantly.
- Is this cocktail strong?
- With an ABV of 18%, this cocktail is moderately strong, making it suitable for sipping rather than quick consumption.
This text was drafted by a language model from the catalogue’s data and is machine-translated outside English.
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