u/EducationalElevator

I'm currently workshopping my batched cocktail for hosting Easter. Given the spirit of the holiday, I attempted this riff on a Corpse Reviver #2.

He is Risen

1 oz dry gin

1/2 oz PF dry curacao

1/2 oz Benedictine

3/4 oz lemon juice

shake with ice and serve in chilled glass

This tastes similar to a Bees Knees due to the Benedictine. I was afraid it's herbal notes would clash with the cracao, but not so! Surprisingly smooth and refreshing.

Notably, this is missing the classic absinthe wash and an aromatic wine such as Lillet because 1) I don't have any and 2) I don't think that my in-laws will like either ingredient. Any recommendations on absinthe for the normy crowd?