Citrus Absinthe Corpse Reviver
A bright, citrus-forward cocktail with a pronounced absinthe kick, perfectly balanced for an invigorating and refreshing experience. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 175 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 oz gin
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz fresh orange juice
- 0.75 oz Cointreau
- 0.25 oz absinthe
- enough to fill shaker ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Add 1 oz gin, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz fresh orange juice, 0.75 oz Cointreau, and 0.25 oz absinthe.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to ensure a smooth texture.
- Step 4: Garnish with a thin lemon twist, expressing oils over the surface and resting it on the rim for aromatic impact.
