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The Chrysanthemum is a classic pre-Prohibition cocktail first published in Hugo Esslin's 1916 book "Recipes for Mixed Drinks." It is composed of dry vermouth, Bénédictine, and a small measure of absinthe, stirred together and served up in a chilled cocktail glass. The combination creates a distinctly floral and herbaceous flavor profile, appealing to drinkers who favor low-alcohol, spirit-forward botanical drinks.
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When was the Chrysanthemum cocktail first published?
The Chrysanthemum was first published in Hugo Esslin's 1916 book Recipes for Mixed Drinks. It is considered a classic pre-Prohibition cocktail.
What is in a Chrysanthemum cocktail?
The drink combines dry vermouth, Bénédictine, and a small measure of absinthe. Those three ingredients create its dry, herbal, and lightly sweet profile.
How is a Chrysanthemum cocktail prepared?
The ingredients are stirred together and served up in a chilled cocktail glass. It is not shaken, and the recipe uses dry vermouth rather than gin as its main base.
What flavor does absinthe add to the Chrysanthemum?
The small amount of absinthe adds an herbal anise note to the dry vermouth and Bénédictine. That flavor gives the 1916 drink more complexity than a simple vermouth-based serve.
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