Elegant Absinthe Brandy

This legendary cocktail, created by bartender Jerry Thomas in 1876, is a delightful combination of bittersweet flavors with a touch of absinthe. The smooth cognac pairs perfectly with the subtle sweetness of maraschino liqueur and simple syrup, while the dashes of bitters and absinthe add complexity and a hint of herbal notes. The cocktail is finished with a twist of lemon peel, adding a bright citrus aroma to this timeless classic.

Elegant Absinthe Brandy

An elegant and bittersweet cocktail with cognac, maraschino liqueur, and a touch of absinthe, garnished with a lemon twist.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz. cognac
  • 1 tsp. simple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp. maraschino liqueur
  • 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 2 dashes absinthe
  • Twist of lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker filled with cracked ice, stir together the cognac, simple syrup, maraschino liqueur, Peychaud's bitters, and absinthe using a bar spoon for about 15 seconds until chilled.
  2. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  3. Garnish the cocktail with a twist of lemon peel.