corpse reviver no. 2 : cocktails in context
Yall Already know that the Corpse Reviver #2 cocktail is one of my favorites! 🧟♂️💀🍸 This bewitching concoction is the perfect way to summon the spirits this Halloween season. With an equal parts mix of gin, lemon juice, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, and a touch of absinthe, it's the ultimate potion to wake the dead (aka the severely hungover) and revive your taste buds. 👻💫
The Corpse Reviver #2
About the Corpse Reviver No. 2
The Corpse Reviver No. 2 is a classic cocktail with a rich history, dating back to the Prohibition era. Known for its invigorating properties, its name suggests its effectiveness as a hangover cure. This refreshing cocktail is a balanced blend of gin, lemon juice, Lillet Blanc, and Cointreau, with a dash of absinthe to add complexity and depth. The ingredients are shaken with ice, and the resulting mixture is strained into a chilled coupe glass. With its bright, citrusy flavors and crisp finish, the Corpse Reviver No. 2 is a timeless cocktail enjoyed by many. I always like to make this to celebrate Halloween!
corpse reviver no. 2
Ingredients
- .75 oz gin
- .75 oz orange liqueur
- .75 oz lillet blanc
- .75 oz lemon juice
- A few dashes of absinthe
- Lemon twist to garnish
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the cocktail shaker, shake, and double strain into a coupe glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist. If you’d like, you can wash the glass with absinthe by adding a few drops and swirling it around inside the coupe to coat it and then dump the rest.
