• 60 ml dry vermouth
  • 20 ml Bénédictine liqueur
  • half barspoon absinthe

Stir with ice and a lemon peel. Serve with a lemon twist.

I just bought a bottle of Bénédictine, and I was excited to try it in a cocktail, as I really like it straight. This works well with the vermouth as a aperitif drink.

The absinthe is strangely not that noticeable, even though it usually tends to be one of the first flavor I taste. I might increase it a bit next time, as I do like it quite a lot haha.

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[–] 3 points 1 month ago (1 child)

What proof is the Bénédictine? This looks like a low ABV cocktail but delicious

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  • [–] [S] 2 points 1 month ago (1 child)

    Bénédictine is 40%, so overall a fairly low alcohol content (even though there is no juice or mixer). It means it is ok on a Thursday ^^

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  • [–] 2 points 1 month ago* (1 child)

    I'll have to try this! I like Benedictine but it's a bit sweet for me. I like a B&B made at 1:3 or 1:4 ratio.

    Also be sure to try out a Vieux Carré with your Benedictine.

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  • [–] 2 points 1 month ago

    I made myself one now, and I can see what you mean about the absinthe, even after I added a little more. I think this is one of those drink where the flavors combine in a way that tastes different than the parts.

    I like this a lot, I think I'll be having a lot of these this summer!

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