Bubbly Absinthe Elixir

This effervescent and potent cocktail, named after Ernest Hemingway's classic treatise on bullfighting, combines the anise-flavored liqueur (absinthe or Pernod) and chilled champagne in a flute or coupe. The Death in the Afternoon is as easy to make as it is to imbibe, but beware of its strength, as too many during the day might leave you feeling the effects well into the evening.

Bubbly Absinthe Elixir

Effervescent and potent, the Bubbly Absinthe Elixir combines anise-flavored liqueur and chilled champagne for a refreshing and easy-to-make cocktail.

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Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 5 oz chilled Champagne
  • 1 oz Absinthe or Pernod

Instructions

  1. Pour the absinthe into a Champagne flute or coupe.
  2. Top with chilled Champagne.