Death in the Champagne Clouds

This cocktail, famously enjoyed by Ernest Hemingway and his companions, is a bracing and potent drink. Its origins date back to the 1930s when it was created after a harrowing experience at sea. The combination of absinthe and very cold Champagne creates a refreshing and flavorful concoction that is sure to bring a bit of adventure to your evening.

Death in the Champagne Clouds

A bracing and potent cocktail originated from a harrowing experience at sea, mixing absinthe and very cold Champagne to create a refreshing and flavorful concoction.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz. absinthe
  • Very cold Champagne

Instructions

  1. Pour the absinthe into a coupe or flute glass.
  2. Slowly add very cold Champagne to fill the glass, creating a nice and cloudy appearance.