Best 8 Corpse Reviver Recipes

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In the realm of classic cocktails, the Corpse Reviver holds a unique place, with variations that cater to diverse tastes. Our comprehensive guide unveils three Corpse Reviver recipes, each possessing its own distinct character. The Corpse Reviver #2, with its balance of gin, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, and lemon juice, exudes a refreshing citrusy flavor with a hint of herbal complexity. The Corpse Reviver #1, crafted with cognac, Calvados, sweet vermouth, and absinthe, embodies a rich and sophisticated taste profile with a touch of anise. Lastly, the Corpse Reviver Blue, featuring gin, Cointreau, lemon juice, and blue curaçao, offers a vibrant blue hue and a delightful citrusy-floral flavor. Embark on a journey of discovery as we delve into the history, variations, and techniques behind these iconic cocktails, transforming your home bar into a haven of mixology mastery.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CORPSE REVIVER



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Who cares what is in this cocktail? The name sold me when I read it in Harry Craddock's The Savoy Cocktail Book (1930). This is one of many variations.

Provided by Dale DeGroff

Categories     Gin     Alcoholic     Cocktail Party     Cocktail     Lemon     Triple Sec     Fortified Wine     Drink

Yield Serves 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ounce gin
1/2 ounce Cointreau
1/2 ounce Lillet Blonde
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
Dash Absinthe
Garnish: orange or lemon twist (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine gin, Cointreau, Lillet, lemon juice, and absinthe in a cocktail shaker. Shake with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with twist if desired.

CORPSE REVIVER #2



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This gin cocktail will bring you back to life, no doubt. It dates back to the 19th century.

Provided by Lorem Ipsum

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Gin Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ice
1 fluid ounce gin
1 fluid ounce Lillet blanc
1 fluid ounce Cointreau
1 fluid ounce fresh lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon absinthe
Maraschino cherry, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place ice in a cocktail shaker. Pour in gin, Lillet, Cointreau, and lemon juice. Spoon absinthe in a cocktail glass, and swirl to coat sides of glass. Shake cocktail, and then strain into the glass. Garnish with a Maraschino cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 13.9 mg, Sugar 12 g

CORPSE REVIVER NO. 1



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This cocktail gets less love than its more popular sibling, the Corpse Reviver No. 2, but that shouldn't be the case: the No. 1 is exceptionally elegant. The warmth of the brandy and the apple flavor of the Calvados combine to make it a natural for autumn drinking, but I wouldn't turn it down any other time of year.

Provided by Rosie Schaap

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 oz. brandy
3/4 oz. Calvados
3/4 oz. sweet Italian vermouth

Steps:

  • Chill a coupe glass. Stir all ingredients with ice in a mixing glass. Strain into coupe.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 164, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

ITALIAN CORPSE REVIVER



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This refreshing aperitif cocktail (pictured on the left) features Strega, a minty and citrusy herbal liqueur from Italy. It will not only perk up the appetite, but the floral flavor that comes from being infused with over 70 different botanicals is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at the party.

Provided by Riley Wofford

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Serves 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 ounces Strega liqueur
1/2 ounce dry vermouth, such as Dolin
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
3 to 4 dashes Angostura bitters
Ice
Fresh bay leaf, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine Strega, vermouth, lemon juice, and bitters in a cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice. Shake vigorously until outside of shaker is cold and frothy, about 30 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass; garnish with bay leaf and serve immediately.

CORPSE REVIVER NO. 28



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The bartender Mimi Burnham's take on the Corpse Reviver makes use of some uncommon ingredients that are worth seeking out: a barrel-aged Genever (a particularly rich and flavorful Dutch gin) and Grand Liqueur de Sapins (a sweet, seductive liqueur made with pine buds). When she has time, Burnham cuts orange peel into the shapes of tiny men and sets them to float, or drown, in the drink; I wholeheartedly endorse this garnish.

Provided by Rosie Schaap

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 oz. Boomsma Oude Fine Old Genever
3/4 oz. Cointreau
3/4 oz. Lillet Blanc
1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/4 oz. fresh lime juice
Scant teaspoon of Grande Liqueur de Sapins
Orange twist

Steps:

  • Chill a coupe glass, and evenly coat inside with liqueur de sapin. Shake remaining ingredients with ice. Strain into coupe. Express the orange twist over the cocktail and drop it in.

CORPSE REVIVER VARIATION



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Provided by Rosie Schaap

Categories     for one, cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 oz. gin
1/2 oz. Cointreau
1/2 oz. Lillet Blanc
3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz. simple syrup
1 dash absinthe

Steps:

  • Shake with ice; strain into a coupe. Garnish with a twist.

CORPSE REVIVER 3000



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In this variation on the Corpse Reviver No. 2, absinthe replaces the gin, and St-Germain fills in for Lillet-a Corpse Reviver of the future.

Provided by David Alan

Categories     Alcoholic     Halloween     Cocktail     Spirit     Party     Drink

Yield Serves 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 ounce Tenneyson Absinthe Royale or other blanche absinthe
3/4 ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur
3/4 ounce orange liqueur
3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
Orange "coin," for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the absinthe, St-Germain, orange liqueur, and lemon juice in a mixing glass and shake vigorously with ice to chill. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with the orange "coin."

CORPSE REVIVER #2



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The Corpse Reviver #2 is one of a small family of drinks originally concocted as hangover remedies, of which Harry Craddock, cataloging them in the "Savoy Cocktail Book" in 1930, wrote, "To be taken before 11 a.m., or whenever steam and energy are needed." (He also famously cautioned: "Four of these taken in swift succession will quickly unrevive the corpse again.") You can occasionally find it on cocktail lists. But there's no point in waiting on chance: learn to make this.

Provided by Toby Cecchini

Categories     brunch

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 ounce gin
3/4 ounce lemon juice
3/4 ounce Cointreau
3/4 ounce Cocchi Aperitivo Americano
Scant bar-spoon-ful quality absinthe (see note).

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients over ice, shake vigorously and strain into cocktail coupe or pony glass. A garnish is unnecessary, but different recipes call for either a twist of lemon or a real maraschino cherry.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the cocktail will be. Use ripe fruit, fresh herbs, and high-quality spirits.
  • Measure your ingredients accurately: This is important for ensuring that the cocktail has the correct balance of flavors. Use a jigger or measuring cup to measure your ingredients.
  • Shake or stir the cocktail properly: The way you shake or stir a cocktail affects its texture and flavor. Shaking a cocktail creates a frothy texture, while stirring it creates a smoother texture. Stir cocktails that contain spirits, liqueurs, and bitters, and shake cocktails that contain fruit juices, cream, or egg white.
  • Garnish the cocktail properly: A garnish can add a touch of elegance and flavor to a cocktail. Use a fruit twist, herb sprig, or sugar rim to garnish your cocktails.

Conclusion:

Making a Corpse Reviver cocktail is a great way to impress your friends and family. With its unique blend of gin, lemon juice, Cointreau, and Lillet Blanc, this classic cocktail is sure to please everyone. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for a refreshing drink, the Corpse Reviver is the perfect choice. So next time you're in the mood for a cocktail, give the Corpse Reviver a try. You won't be disappointed.

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