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.
Hard
Difficulty
20 min
Time
180 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Vodka
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Licorice Root1 tblsp
- Sugar50 gr
- Wormwood1
- Anisette1 ¾ oz
- Vodka1 bottle
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Absinthe #2 close to the original.
Instead of Sugar
- Honey— floral sweetness
- Simple Syrup— dissolves instantly
Instead of Anisette
- Sambuca— drier, boozier
Instead of Vodka
- 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
Similar taste
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