Absinthe #2
The Absinthe #2 is a strong vodka spirit-forward cocktail, herbal and sweet on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 78 out of 100
- Bitter
- 33 out of 100
- Herbal
- 79 out of 100
- Boozy
- 66 out of 100
How to make an Absinthe #2
To make an Absinthe #2, build over ice in a highball glass: 11 oz vodka, 10 oz simple syrup, 1⅔ oz anise, ½ oz licorice root and 1 wormwood.
You'll need
- Vodka11 oz
- Simple syrupor ¾ cup sugar + a splash of water10 oz
- Anise1⅔ oz
- Licorice root½ oz
- Wormwood1
Pairs well with: Simple syrup · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in vodka, simple syrup, anise, licorice root and wormwood.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Vodka, simple syrup and anise only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
No simple syrup? Muddle ¾ cup sugar with a splash of water in the glass until it dissolves, then carry on.
Absinthe #2 questions
What does an Absinthe #2 taste like?
Mostly herbal and sweet, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 20% ABV once mixed.
How strong is an Absinthe #2?
About 20% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What's the difference between an Absinthe #2 and an Espresso Martini?
Both use vodka and simple syrup. The Absinthe #2 adds wormwood, while the Espresso Martini uses Kahlua. The Absinthe #2 is built in the glass and served in a highball glass; the Espresso Martini is shaken and served in a cocktail glass. The Espresso Martini is the stronger of the two.
How many people does an Absinthe #2 serve?
This recipe makes about 0.6 liters, enough for roughly 4 glasses.
What glass do you serve an Absinthe #2 in?
A highball glass.