Try the Greta Garbo Cocktail recipe! Blend white rum, white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, maraschino liqueur and a dash of absinthe for a classy cocktail perfect for spring.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 257
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- ¼ oz Maraschino Liqueur
- 1 bar spoon Absinthe
- Ice cubes
- Star anise - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Cocktail Strainer
- Fine strainer
- Measuring Jigger
- Martini or Coupe Glass
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill a Martini or Coupe glass with ice. Give it a quick stir and set it aside.
- Add Absinthe: Pour 1 bar spoon Absinthe into the shaker.
- Maraschino Liqueur: Add ¼ oz Maraschino Liqueur.
- Add Simple Syrup: Add ¾ oz simple syrup.
- Add Lime Juice: Measure and pour 1 oz fresh lime juice into the shaker as well.
- Add Rum: Finally, add 2 oz White Rum of your choice to the mix.
- Shake Well: Fill the shaker with ice, close it and give it a good shake (10-15 seconds).
- Strain: Take the Coupe or Martini glass and discard the ice inside. Then, using both the cocktail strainer and the fine strainer, strain the shaken drink into the chilled glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with a star anise (it should float on the surface of the drink) and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- White Rum: If you don't have white rum, you can use light rum as a substitute. I've also tried it with vodka for a different but still enjoyable flavor.
- Absinthe: If Absinthe is too strong for your taste, try using Pernod or another anise-flavored liqueur. It's milder but still gives that unique flavor.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Bottled lime juice works in a pinch, but fresh lime juice makes a difference. You can also use lemon juice for a slightly different citrus profile.
- Maraschino Liqueur: If you don't have maraschino liqueur you can opt for Cherry Heering for a sweeter profile.
- Simple syrup: Opt for agave nectar or honey syrup for a different twist.
Making a Pitcher of Greta Garbo Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of white rum, 8 oz of lime juice, 6 oz of simple syrup, 2 oz of maraschino liqueur, and 8 bar spoons of absinthe.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the white rum, maraschino, Absinthe, fresh lime juice, and sugar syrup with ice. Stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled coupe glasses, garnish with a star anise, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- White Rum Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic rum alternative; these are available and mimic the flavor quite well.
- Absinthe Substitute: Opt for an anise-flavored non-alcoholic spirit or make a simple syrup infused with star anise and fennel seeds for that licorice-like flavor.
- Maraschino: Opt for a cherry flavored syrup.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The Greta Garbo Cocktail is naturally vegan-friendly, using plant-based ingredients like rum, Absinthe, lime juice, and sugar. If you're strict about it, just ensure that your sugar is certified vegan since some sugars are processed with bone char.What is a Greta Garbo Cocktail?
A Greta Garbo Cocktail is a rum-based drink made of white rum, Absinthe, maraschino liqueur, fresh lime juice, and sugar. It’s easy to make because it requires only a few ingredients and straightforward steps like shaking and straining. This cocktail offers a unique blend of flavors with the potent herbal notes of Absinthe balanced by the citrusy lime juice and sweetness from the sugar.
What is a Greta Garbo Cocktail made of – The ingredients
Start with these ingredients to make a Greta Garbo Cocktail:
- White Rum: Provides the base spirit and a smooth, slightly sweet flavor.
- Absinthe: Adds strong herbal notes and a hint of licorice flavor.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Brings a refreshing citrusy tang that balances the sweetness.
- Maraschino liqueurs: adds a touch of fruity flavor to the mix.
- Simple syrup: Adds sweetness to counterbalance the tartness of the lime juice.
