Cocktails
Leaves Of Grass
Leaves Of Grass is an alcoholic cocktail built on Old Tom Gin. It leans herbal, anise and sweet. Stirred and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 6 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.
Ingredients
- 2.0 ozAquavitOther
- 2.0 ozOld Tom ginBase Spirit
- 2.0 ozDemerara SyrupSweetener
- 2 dashesOrange BittersBitters
- 1.0 ozAbsintheBase Spirit
- to tasteCelery stickOther
How to Make It
- Stir with ice and strain into ice-filled old-fashioned glass.Stirred
- Add celery stick.Add
How to Serve
- Glass
- Old-Fashioned Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.
Estimated sensory profile
- Bold and complex
When to serve
- AperitifSuggested from its bitter and herbal notes.
Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.
Food pairings
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Diet & lifestyle
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Demerara Syrup2.0 oz
Orange Bitters2 dashes
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Leaves Of Grass?
- The Leaves Of Grass is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
- What does a Leaves Of Grass taste like?
- Leaves Of Grass has a flavour profile featuring Herbal, Anise, Sweet, Juniper. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with a Leaves Of Grass?
- Leaves Of Grass pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is a Leaves Of Grass?
- The strength of Leaves Of Grass depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
- When is a Leaves Of Grass typically served?
- Leaves Of Grass is often suggested for Aperitif, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Leaves Of Grass?
- If you enjoy Leaves Of Grass, 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 a Leaves Of Grass at home?
- Yes. The Leaves Of Grass uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved 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 Leaves Of Grass 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.