
Absinthe #2
A homemade absinthe-style infusion of wormwood, licorice root and anise steeped in vodka for several days, then filtered and served diluted with iced water. Intensely herbal and anise-forward.
38% ABVStrongHomemade Liqueurs
Hard
Difficulty
20 min
Time
180 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Vodka
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Licorice Root· not in your bar1 tblsp
- Sugar· not in your bar50 gr
Or swap: Honey — floral sweetness, Simple Syrup — dissolves instantly
- Wormwood· not in your bar1
- Anisette· not in your bar1 ¾ oz
Or swap: Sambuca — drier, boozier
- Vodka· not in your bar1 bottle
Or swap: Gin — adds botanical notes, White Rum — a touch sweeter
Instructions
Mix together and let sit a few days.
Strain through a coffee filter.
To serve mix 1 part absinthe to 4 parts water.
Add ice.
Enjoy.
Pairs well with
Homemade wormwood-anise spirit is intense, softened by rich, sweet pastry:
- Sugar cube shortbread
- Dark chocolate truffles
- Anise cookies
- Candied fennel almonds




