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Death In The Afternoon Cocktail

An elegant cocktail combining bubbly champagne and unique absinthe for a refreshing experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 ounce absinthe
  • 5 ounces chilled champagne

Equipment

  • Champagne flute
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger or measuring tool

Method
 

  1. Begin by chilling your champagne flute and your champagne.
  2. Using a jigger, measure out one ounce of absinthe.
  3. Carefully pour the absinthe into the bottom of the chilled champagne flute.
  4. Slowly pour in five ounces of chilled champagne over the absinthe.
  5. Using a bar spoon, give the drink a gentle stir.
  6. Take a moment to admire the drink.
  7. If desired, garnish with a twist of lemon peel.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

This cocktail is perfect for special occasions or intimate gatherings.