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The Absinthe Swizzle is a vibrant, herbal cocktail that blends the bold flavors of absinthe with refreshing lime and the sweet, nutty notes of orgeat syrup. The addition of green crème de menthe enhances its minty freshness, making it a uniquely cooling and aromatic drink. Perfect for those looking to explore the bold world of absinthe in a creative way.
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Equipment
- Grater
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Absinthe
- 1 oz Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Orgeat Syrup
- 0.5 oz Green Crème de Menthe
- Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Add absinthe, lime juice, orgeat syrup, and green crème de menthe to a highball glass.
- Fill the glass halfway with crushed ice and use a swizzle stick or bar spoon to swizzle the mixture until well-chilled.
- Top off the glass with more crushed ice and swizzle again to ensure everything is evenly mixed and chilled.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
Notes
Pro Tips
- For a more intense mint aroma, slap the fresh mint leaves between your hands before garnishing to release the oils.
- If you don’t have a swizzle stick, a bar spoon works well to mix and chill the drink effectively.
- To enhance the nuttiness, consider using roasted almond slivers as an extra garnish.
Tasting Notes
The Absinthe Swizzle is a bold and refreshing cocktail that combines strong herbal notes from the absinthe with a bright acidity from the lime juice. The orgeat syrup adds a smooth, nutty sweetness, while the green crème de menthe introduces a cool, minty layer. The crushed ice and fresh mint make it incredibly refreshing, with a hint of almond adding a delicate finish.
