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The Green Fairy’s Revenge

The Green Fairy’s Revenge is a captivating and vibrant cocktail that combines the herbal notes of absinthe with the refreshing essence of citrus and a hint of sweetness. This drink is inspired by the mythical allure of absinthe, often referred to as the 'Green Fairy'.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktail
Cuisine Mixology
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Coupe or cocktail glass
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Ice

Ingredients
  

  • 1 oz Absinthe
  • 1 oz Gin
  • 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
  • 0.5 oz Green Chartreuse
  • 1 Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Chill the Glass: Begin by chilling a coupe or cocktail glass by filling it with ice water. Set aside while you prepare the cocktail.
  • Mix the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the absinthe, gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and green chartreuse.
  • Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
  • Strain: Discard the ice water from the chilled glass. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
  • Garnish: Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in as a garnish.

Notes

For an extra touch, consider using artisan absinthe for a more complex flavor profile. Adjust the sweetness to your preference by varying the amount of simple syrup. Enjoy responsibly!
Keyword absinthe, Citrus, herbal, Refreshing