Parisian Twilight Martini

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Parisian Twilight Martini cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Chartreuse Yellow, Lillet Blanc Aperitif, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Pernod Absinthe in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.75 fl oz Chartreuse Yellow or alternative
0.75 fl oz Lillet Blanc Aperitif or alternative
1.00 dash Pernod Absinthe or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Parisian Twilight Martini is a sophisticated love letter to France's botanical bounty, capturing the golden hour of the Left Bank in liquid form.

This elegant cocktail balances Beefeater's juniper-forward profile with the honeyed herbal complexity of Yellow Chartreuse and the orange-kissed wine notes of Lillet Blanc, while lemon juice adds brightness and a whisper of absinthe brings mysterious depth. Its flavor profile dances between sweet herbaceousness and citrus clarity, finishing with a subtle anise note that lingers like a secret told at dusk. Perfect for pre-dinner gatherings or nightcaps after the theater, this cocktail feels equally at home in a jazz-filled salon or on a quiet balcony overlooking city lights. While it requires several specialty ingredients, the mixing technique is straightforward—just a classic shake and fine strain. The Parisian Twilight pairs beautifully with delicate appetizers like oysters, gougères, or a plate of alpine cheeses, complementing rather than overwhelming their nuanced flavors.