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Corpse Reviver No. 2 Cocktail Drink

Corpse Reviver No. 2 Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Our simple Corpse Reviver No. 2 recipe is perfect for brunch gatherings and early evenings aperitif. This iconic drink combines Gin, lemon juice, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, and a splash of Absinthe.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 155

Ingredients
 

  • ¾ oz Gin
  • ¾ oz lemon juice
  • ¾ oz Lillet Blanc
  • ¾ oz Cointreau
  • 1 dash of Absinthe
  • Cherry - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Strainer & Fine-strainer
  • Coupe Glass
  • Measuring Jigger

Instructions

  • Prep glass: Fill your coupe glass with ice to chill.
  • Add Absinthe: Include 1 dash of Absinthe into the shaker.
  • Add Lemon Juice: Measure and pour ¾ oz lemon juice into the shaker.
  • Add Cointreau: Pour in ¾ oz Cointreau.
  • Add Lillet Blanc: Add ¾ oz Lillet Blanc to the mix.
  • Add Gin: Pour ¾ oz Gin into the shaker.
  • Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Shake Well: Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  • Strain and Serve: Fine strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a cherry.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Gin: If you're out of Gin, vodka can be used as a substitute, although it will alter the flavor profile slightly.
  • Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice can replace lemon juice if needed, but it will give a different citrus note to the drink.
  • Lillet Blanc: If you are still looking for Lillet Blanc, Cocchi Americano is an excellent alternative I've used before.
  • Cointreau: Grand Marnier or another orange liqueur can stand in for Cointreau.
  • Absinthe: Pernod or another anise-flavored liqueur can be used if Absinthe isn't available.

Making a Pitcher of Corpse Reviver No. 2:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 6 oz of each: Gin, lemon juice, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, and 8 dashes of Absinthe.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine all the ingredients with ice. Stir well.
  • Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled coupe glasses, garnish with a cherry, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; several on the market mimic the flavor of Gin quite well.
  • Cointreau Substitute: For Cointreau, you can use an orange extract mixed with simple syrup or a non-alcoholic triple sec.
  • Lillet Blanc: Use a grape juice aromatized with orange peels and quinine.
  • Absinthe Substitute: Anise extract can replace the Absinthe to give that hint of licorice flavor.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients and follow the original steps to enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

The Corpse Reviver No. 2 is naturally vegan as it contains no animal products. However, always check your ingredients' labels to ensure they're vegan-friendly. Some brands may use animal products in their production process.