Suissesse Recipe
Written by Warm up this winter with an easy Suissesse recipe! Mix absinthe, orgeat, cream, and egg white for a creamy cocktail perfect for cozy nights.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 2 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 297
Ingredients
- 1 oz Absinthe
- ½ oz orgeat syrup
- ½ oz white Creme de Menthe
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 1 egg - discard the yolk
- Ice cubes
- Nutmeg - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer
- Coupe Glass
Instructions
- Chill glass: Ice up a coupe glass, stir and set aside.
- Add Egg White: Crack 1 egg and add the egg white to the shaker.
- Add Cream: Add 1 oz heavy cream to the mix.
- Add Orgeat Syrup: Measure and pour ½ oz orgeat syrup into the shaker.
- Add Creme de Menthe: Measure and pour ½ oz white Creme de Menthe into the shaker.
- Add Absinthe: Pour 1 oz Absinthe into the shaker.
- Shake: Seal your shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, to ensure everything is well combined and frothy.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake again: Shake again to dilute and chill your mix.
- Strain and Serve: Fine strain the mixture into your chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish: Sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg on top for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Absinthe: If you don't have absinthe, try using Pernod or another anise-flavored liqueur. I've also used pastis in a pinch; it works well but has a slightly different flavor profile.
- Orgeat Syrup: Almond syrup can be a good substitute if you need help finding orgeat syrup. I've even made my own by blending almond milk with sugar and a touch of orange blossom water.
- Creme de menthe: If you run out of creme de menthe make yourself a mint syrup by infusing some simple syrup with fresh mint.
- Heavy Cream: Half-and-half can work if you want a lighter version. I've also tried using coconut cream for a different twist; it adds a unique flavor but still keeps the drink creamy.
- Egg White: If you're out of eggs, aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) works surprisingly well as a substitute for egg whites.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Absinthe Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic absinthe substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic absinthe's unique flavor.
- 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:
- Cream Substitute: Use coconut cream or almond milk instead of heavy cream for a vegan option.
- Egg White Substitute: Aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) works great as an egg white substitute in cocktails.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using these vegan substitutes to enjoy a vegan Suissesse.