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Morning Glory Cocktail Drink

Morning Glory Cocktail Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Savor the rich flavors of a Morning Glory Cocktail this fall! This easy recipe for cozy evenings uses aromatic bitters, rye whiskey, cognac, orange curaçao liqueur, absinthe, and simple syrup.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 192

Ingredients
 

  • 1 oz Rye Whiskey
  • 1 oz Cognac
  • ¼ oz orange curaçao liqueur
  • 4 dashes Absinthe
  • ¼ oz simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Aromatic Bitters
  • Club soda
  • Lemon twist - for garnish

Equipment

  • Old Fashioned Glass
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Stirrer or Bar Spoon
  • Mixing Glass
  • Strainer

Instructions

  • Chill Glass: Stir some ice into your Old Fashioned glass and set it aside.
  • Add Bitters: Add 2 dashes Aromatic Bitters into the mixing glass.
  • Add Absinthe: Add 4 dashes Absinthe.
  • Add Simple Syrup: Measure and add ¼ oz simple syrup.
  • Add Orange Curaçao: Add ¼ oz orange curaçao liqueur to the mix.
  • Add Cognac: Measure and pour 1 oz Cognac into the glass.
  • Add Whiskey: Pour 1 oz Rye Whiskey over the ice.
  • Add Ice: Fill your mixing glass with ice cubes.
  • Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
  • Strain: Strain your drink into the Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice.
  • Top with Club Soda: Add a splash of soda water to taste.
  • Garnish: Place a lemon twist into the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Rye Whiskey: If you don't have rye whiskey, bourbon is a substitute, offering a slightly sweeter profile.
  • Cognac: Brandy can replace cognac if needed; it provides a similar depth and richness.
  • Orange Curaçao Liqueur: Triple sec or Cointreau can stand in for orange curaçao liqueur.
  • Absinthe: Pernod or another anise-flavored liqueur can substitute for absinthe if you want that licorice note without the high proof.
  • Simple Syrup: You can make your syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and water or use agave syrup for a different sweetness profile.

Making a Pitcher of Morning Glory Cocktail:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 dashes of aromatic bitters, 8 oz of rye whiskey, 8 oz of cognac, 2 oz of orange curaçao liqueur, 32 dashes of absinthe, and 2 oz of simple syrup.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the rye whiskey, cognac, orange curaçao liqueur, bitters, absinthe, and simple syrup with ice. Stir well.
  • Serve: Strain the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, top with club soda, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Rye Whiskey Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic whiskey alternative; these are available and mimic the flavor profile quite well.
  • Cognac Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic brandy alternative or use apple juice with a splash of white grape juice for complexity.
  • Orange Curaçao Substitute: Use an orange-flavored syrup or non-alcoholic orange liqueur substitute.
  • Absinthe Substitute: Make an anise-flavored simple syrup by infusing simple syrup with star anise and fennel seeds.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.