Fetch Cocktail

The Fetch Cocktail is a vibrant and intriguing cocktail that masterfully combines the smooth elegance of Grey Goose vodka with the bold citrus of Cointreau and the bittersweet complexity of Aperol. Rhubarb’s tangy sweetness and the herbal edge of absinthe elevate the flavor profile, making it a refreshing and dynamic drink.

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Fetch Cocktail

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: absinthe, Absinthe cocktails, Aperol, aperol cocktails, cointreau, Cointreau Cocktails, Lime Juice, rhubarb cocktails, Vodka, vodka cocktails

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Coupe Glass
• Muddler

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz vodka
• 0.5 oz Cointreau
• 0.5 oz Aperol
• 0.75 oz rhubarb syrup or muddled fresh rhubarb with simple syrup
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 2-3 dashes absinthe
• Lime wheel or rhubarb ribbon for garnish

Instructions

• If using fresh rhubarb, muddle a few pieces with simple syrup in the bottom of the shaker. If using rhubarb syrup, add directly to the shaker.
• Add vodka, Cointreau, Aperol, lime juice, and absinthe to the shaker.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
• Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
• Top with a lime wheel or a decorative rhubarb ribbon for an elegant presentation.

Notes

Pro Tips

• To make rhubarb syrup: Simmer equal parts chopped rhubarb, sugar, and water in a saucepan until softened. Strain and let cool before use.
• Use absinthe sparingly; a few dashes are enough to impart its distinct herbal aroma without overpowering the cocktail.
• Chill the glass beforehand to keep the drink crisp and refreshing.

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Tasting Notes

The Fetch Cocktail delivers a layered experience of sweet, bitter, and herbal notes. The vodka provides a silky base, while Aperol and Cointreau bring bright citrus and bittersweet complexity. Rhubarb adds a tart sweetness, balanced by the lime’s sharp acidity, and absinthe ties it all together with a subtle anise finish.