Green Carnation
Elevate your cocktail game with the Green Carnation, a sophisticated, absinthe-forward drink that balances bold flavors with citrusy brightness. This easy-to-make recipe combines the herbal complexity of absinthe with the zesty sweetness of orange liqueur and fresh lime juice, enhanced by a touch of simple syrup for smoothness. Served in a chilled coupe or martini glass and elegantly garnished with a lime wheel or twist, this vivid green cocktail is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ready in just five minutes, the Green Carnation is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a refined solo sip. Explore this vibrant cocktail that’s full of character and charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 oz Absinthe
- 1 oz Orange liqueur (like Cointreau or triple sec)
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 oz Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Lime wheel or peel (for garnish)
Instructions
Chill a coupe glass or martini glass by placing it in the freezer for 5 minutes or filling it with ice water and setting it aside to cool.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the absinthe, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the shaker and secure the lid tightly.
Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, ensuring the mixture is well-chilled and blended.
Discard the ice or water from the chilled glass, and strain the cocktail into the glass using a fine-mesh strainer or the shaker's built-in strainer.
Garnish with a lime wheel or a sophisticated lime peel twist for an elegant touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 18 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
