Gin
Corpse Reviver No. 2
Start with the sharp bite of lemon, balanced by the herbal edge of absinthe and the citrus sweetness of Cointreau, all anchored by London dry gin and a touch of Lillet Blanc. The cocktail arrives chilled, its aroma brightened by a fresh lemon peel. With equal parts spirit and modifiers, the drink is straightforward to assemble: rinse the glass, shake, and strain. Expect a crisp, aromatic profile that awakens the palate without overwhelming sweetness today.
Ingredients
- Gin (London Dry) 0.75 oz
- Cointreau 0.75 oz
- Lillet Blanc 0.75 oz
- Juice (Lemon) 0.75 oz
- Absinthe Rinse
- Glass:
- Coupe
- Garnish:
- Lemon Peel
Instructions
- 1
Rinse chilled coupe with absinthe
- 2
Shake remaining ingredients with ice
- 3
Strain into prepared glass
History
The Corpse Reviver No. 2 first appeared in the early 20th century, listed in the 1930 Savoy Cocktail Book as a hangover cure. It is one of several 'Reviver' drinks created to revive the dead, but its exact inventor is unknown.
Tasting Notes
The nose is dominated by bright lemon zest and a faint herbaceous whisper from the absinthe rinse. On the palate it is crisp and dry, with citrus forward sweetness tempered by a subtle bitter edge from the Lillet.
Serve it ice‑cold as an aperitif before dinner or during a late‑morning brunch.
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