Death in the Afternoon
Hemingway's 1935 contribution to a celebrity cocktail book: a jigger of absinthe topped slowly with iced champagne until it turns pearlescent. His note read 'drink three to five of these slowly' - a daredevil wager of strength and bubbles for a hard-drinking afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Death in the Afternoon?
A Death in the Afternoon is made by built method in 4 step(s). 1) Chill a champagne flute beforehand, then let the cold glass drain dry. 2) Pour 30 ml of absinthe into the base of the flute. 3) Very slowly add about 90 ml of chilled champagne down the side of the glass, letting it louche into a milky opalescence. 4) Stir once gently and serve; as Hemingway advised, sip three to five of these slowly. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Death in the Afternoon?
A Death in the Afternoon needs 2 ingredient(s): Absinthe 30ml, Champagne 90ml.
What does a Death in the Afternoon taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Herbal, Innovative, Classic Balance. Strength: 18-28% ABV.
What glass is a Death in the Afternoon served in?
A Death in the Afternoon is typically served in a champagne flute, prepared by the built method.
Ingredients
- Absinthe30ml
- Champagne90ml
Steps
- Chill a champagne flute beforehand, then let the cold glass drain dry.
- Pour 30 ml of absinthe into the base of the flute.
- Very slowly add about 90 ml of chilled champagne down the side of the glass, letting it louche into a milky opalescence.
- Stir once gently and serve; as Hemingway advised, sip three to five of these slowly.
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