The Spirits is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. ~ ARSENIC & TONIC ~ Up to 50ml gin ~2.5ml absinthe 150ml decent tonic water Citrus Mint Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Splash in the gin and absinthe - then top with tonic. Squeeze a wedge of citrus and drop it in. You might like some mint or another aromatic herb too. Pssht.
Not being a regular absinthe drinker, a quick glance at what’s available shows a wide variety. Abv ranges from 50 to 90%, with a garden full of herbs. Has anyone tasted a handful, lived to tell the tale and can recommend one?
Welcome back. I shall make myself an Arsenic & Old Lace tonight; I'm drinking only on Friday nights at the moment. That Ben Whishaw interview is superb.
You are spot on about the ritual and pomp and tinkle of swizzle on crystal (or Duralex) being a considerable part of the enjoyment. I have found, when on the wagon, that having non-alcoholic cocktails at the weekend makes it so much less of a chore (though blimey, Lent’s bloody long, isn’t it?). Also satisfying to make your own up, as you can have two - or even three - getting the mix just right. Aecorn bitters (esp the orange labelled one) and pomegranate molasses are stellar ingredients. I remain very amused that the alcho-free bottles are also security tagged.
Not being a regular absinthe drinker, a quick glance at what’s available shows a wide variety. Abv ranges from 50 to 90%, with a garden full of herbs. Has anyone tasted a handful, lived to tell the tale and can recommend one?
Your bar is first on my list:)
Welcome back. I shall make myself an Arsenic & Old Lace tonight; I'm drinking only on Friday nights at the moment. That Ben Whishaw interview is superb.
Nice to have you back.
You are spot on about the ritual and pomp and tinkle of swizzle on crystal (or Duralex) being a considerable part of the enjoyment. I have found, when on the wagon, that having non-alcoholic cocktails at the weekend makes it so much less of a chore (though blimey, Lent’s bloody long, isn’t it?). Also satisfying to make your own up, as you can have two - or even three - getting the mix just right. Aecorn bitters (esp the orange labelled one) and pomegranate molasses are stellar ingredients. I remain very amused that the alcho-free bottles are also security tagged.