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Absinthe Cocktail

If you've heard a lot about Absinthe but aren't sure what to do with it, consult Chris. He's got a light, refreshing idea for you that perfectly pairs the inviting licorice and fennel flavors of Absinthe with a jolt of grapefruit flavor.

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Chris is a fascinating person. He has unique expertise as a Chemist and a Distiller which have come in handy as he strives to carve out a niche for himself as one of the few people in the world who make Absinthe.

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About Absinthe Cocktail

If you've heard a lot about Absinthe but aren't sure what to do with it, consult Chris. He's got a light, refreshing idea for you that perfectly pairs the inviting licorice and fennel flavors of Absinthe with a jolt of grapefruit flavor.

About Chris Keating

Chis is a chemist and distiller and has a particular passionate for absinthe - demystifying its myths, drinking it and even making it. He has tested absinthe in many cocktails and has shared his Absinthe Cocktail with us which, from what we remember, is a keeper!

Recipe

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Ingredients

  • ice
  • a generous amount of Absinthe
  • splash of simple syrup
  • a little Jamaican grapefruit soda
  • a few squeezes of fresh lime

How-to

  1. Fill glass part-way with ice
  2. Add a generous amount of Absinthe and a couple ounces of simple syrup
  3. Fill remainder of glass with Jamaican grapefruit soda
  4. Finish off with a few squirts of fresh lime juice
  5. Stir and enjoy!

The most popular Jamaican Grapefruit soda is Ting Soda, found at your local supermarket.

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  1. donna:

    Everybody should have a guy like Chris at their local bar - he's adorable! (Jun 25, 2008 10:08:07 AM)