Mad Scientist Absinthe Frappe Cocktail Recipe
Looking for a cocktail that’s equal parts theatrical and refreshing? The Mad Scientist Absinthe Frappe is a playful twist on the New Orleans classic, combining absinthe, anisette, and crushed ice with a sweet chill and a mysterious green hue. Perfect for Halloween parties or impressing your friends with something bold and out of the ordinary.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Bar spoon
- Collins glass
- Jigger or measuring shot glass
- Ice crusher or bag with mallet
- Optional: strainer, straw
Ingredients
- 1½ oz absinthe
- ½ oz anisette
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 1 dash soda water
- 1 cup crushed ice
- Optional Garnish:
- Mint sprig or lemon twist
Instructions
- Add absinthe, anisette, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker all the way with crushed ice.
- Shake hard until the shaker becomes frosty.
- Dump the entire contents—ice and all—into a Collins glass.
- Top with a dash of soda water, pouring gently to preserve fizz.
- Stir lightly with a bar spoon.
- Add more crushed ice if needed.
- Garnish with mint or lemon twist.
- Insert a straw and serve immediately.