Lords of Misrule
1.5 oz Vodka
0.25 oz Vieux Carre Absinthe
1 oz Grapefruit Clove Syrup
2 dashes Rhubarb Bitters
Shake ingredients well with ice and pour into a champagne glass. Top with seltzer and garnish with orange peel.
NOTES: Pretty damn good. I had been trying to think of something to make with a grapefruit clove syrup and I just kept coming back to greyhounds. I don’t usually make much with vodka because it doesn’t bring a ton to the table, but I liked it in this case, and think this could end up being a pretty damn tasty brunch drink. I’d also like to try it with champagne instead of seltzer, but I didn’t want to open a whole bottle for a one-glass test drink. Maybe also try with gin instead of vodka, but not necessary. Easy to drink, and the grapefruit went surprisingly well with the Absinthe.
Grapefruit Clove Syrup
Juice and zest 3 large Ruby Red grapefruits, and simmer in water for about 20 minutes with a handful of cloves and 3 or 4 peppercorns. Add a cup of sugar and simmer for an additional 10. Strain twice and bottle.
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