Enjoy the Episcopal Cocktail recipe this winter! Blend Yellow Chartreuse and Green Chartreuse for a delightful cocktail, perfect for cold nights.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 201
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Green Chartreuse
- ¾ oz Yellow Chartreuse
- 1 splash of chilled soda water - for dilution, optional
- Ice cubes
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirring Glass
- Cocktail Strainer
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill an Old Fashioned glass with ice. Give it a quick stir and set it aside.
- Add Yellow Chartreuse: Pour ¾ oz Yellow Chartreuse into the stirring glass.
- Add Green Chartreuse: Measure and add 1½ oz Green Chartreuse.
- Add Ice and Stir: Fill the mixing glass with ice. Using a bar spoon or a long stirrer, stir well (for about 15-20 seconds). Give it a taste and stir a bit more if you feel like more dilution is necessary.
- Strain: Discard the ice in the Old Fashioned glass and refill it with fresh, new ice cubes. Then, use the cocktail strainer to strain the drink into the ice-filled glass.
- Add Soda Water (optional): If this drink is too strong for your liking, add 1 splash of chilled soda water and gently stir to add some dilution. Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Yellow Chartreuse: If you don't have Yellow Chartreuse, try using Benedictine for a similar herbal flavor. I've also used Strega as an alternative; it's slightly sweeter but works well.
- Green Chartreuse: In place of Green Chartreuse, you can use Absinthe for a more intense herbal kick. Another option is to mix equal parts of herbal liqueurs like Drambuie and Fernet Branca to mimic the complexity.
Making a Pitcher of Episcopal Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 6 oz of Yellow Chartreuse and 12 oz of Green Chartreuse.
- Mix: Combine the Yellow Chartreuse and Green Chartreuse in a large pitcher. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, add soda water if you prefer and serve immediately.
What is an Episcopal Cocktail?
An Episcopal Cocktail is an herbal liqueur-based drink made of Yellow and Green Chartreuse. It’s not difficult to make, as it only requires two ingredients and simple stirring. This cocktail offers a unique blend of flavors from the distinct herbal profiles of both Chartreuse, making it a delightful choice for those who enjoy complex and aromatic drinks.
What is an Episcopal Cocktail made of – The ingredients
Gather these ingredients to prepare an Episcopal Cocktail:
- Yellow Chartreuse: Adds a sweet, herbal flavor with hints of honey and saffron.
- Green Chartreuse: Contributes a stronger, more intense herbal profile with notes of mint and spices.
- Soda Water (optional): Dilutes and adds effervescence to the drink
- Ice Cubes: Chills the drink and dilutes it slightly for a balanced taste.
