Verdant Widow
A haunting vesper riff that layers absinthe over gin, vodka, and Green Chartreuse for an intensely aromatic martini.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Gin
- 0.5 oz Vodka
- 0.5 oz Green Chartreuse
- 1 barspoon Absinthe
Story
After asking to riff specifically on the Chartreuse Vesper, the conversation leaned further into aromatic intensity. This variation added absinthe to amplify the alpine and anise notes already present in the Green Chartreuse.
Method
- Chill a coupe glass.
- Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with cubed ice.
- Stir until extremely cold.
- Strain into the chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a thin lemon twist or star anise.
Notes
- Original concept described the drink as “crisp but unearthly.”