Cocktails

Absinthe Drip Cocktail

Absinthe Drip Cocktail is an alcoholic cocktail built on Anis. It leans sweet and anise. Built and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 18.3% ABV and roughly 292 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic18.3% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

292 kcalCalories

18.3%ABV

45.8gSugar

51.8gCarbs

0.92Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 2 ingredients, requires strainer

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

2.0 ozAnisLiqueur Modifier
1.0 ozSugarSweetener

Tools:Strainer

How to Make It

Pour Anis into special drip glass or old-fashioned cocktail glass.Pour
Place sugar cube over hole of drip spoon (or in silver tea strainer).Strain
Pack spoon or strainer with cracked ice, pour cold water to fill.Strain
When water has dripped through, drink is ready.

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet Anise

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Noticeably sweet

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

AperitifSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags include deterministic rules plus LLM-assisted fact-checked patches based on recipe name, ingredients, glassware, flavour tags and pairing evidence.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Sugar1.0 oz

Simple SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use about 1/4 oz simple syrup per teaspoon of sugar as a starting point.
What changes: Simple syrup can replace sugar, but it also adds water and dissolves more easily.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is an Absinthe Drip Cocktail?: The Absinthe Drip Cocktail is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 18.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 292 calories.
What does an Absinthe Drip Cocktail taste like?: Absinthe Drip Cocktail has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Anise. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is an Absinthe Drip Cocktail?: The Absinthe Drip Cocktail has an ABV of approximately 18.3%. That's approximately 0.92 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 292 kcal, 45.8g sugar, 51.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Absinthe Drip Cocktail typically served?: Absinthe Drip Cocktail is often suggested for Aperitif, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Absinthe Drip Cocktail?: If you enjoy Absinthe Drip Cocktail, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make an Absinthe Drip Cocktail at home?: Yes. The Absinthe Drip Cocktail uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Absinthe Drip Cocktail with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.