Chrysanthemum
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Curiada Ingredients
Directions
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Chill martini glass
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Add all ingredients to mixing glass
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Add ice to mixing glass
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Stir well
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Strain into chilled martini glass
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Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass
Cocktail Description
The Chrysanthemum beckons with a seductive blend of anise, herbs, and subtle sweetness that transports you to a Parisian café during the Belle Époque.
This elegant cocktail combines the botanical complexity of extra dry vermouth with the honeyed herbal notes of Bénédictine and the distinctive anise punch of absinthe. The result is surprisingly balanced—crisp yet warming, with layers of herbs, spices, and subtle citrus that unfold gradually across your palate. Relatively simple to make with just three ingredients and a basic stirring technique, it's an ideal cocktail for those looking to venture beyond classics into more sophisticated territory. The Chrysanthemum works beautifully as an aperitif before a special dinner or as an evening sipper when conversation runs deep into the night. It pairs remarkably well with oysters, delicate fish dishes, or herb-forward Mediterranean cuisine, with the orange zest garnish providing a bright aromatic counterpoint to the herbal complexity beneath.
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