The Oldest Living Confederate Widow

2 oz Gin, Plymouth (or Bombay Dry)
1 1⁄4 oz Honey syrup (1:1)
1 oz Lemon juice
2 ds Orange bitters
2 ds Absinthe (or Pernod)
Instructions

Shake; strain; coupe.

History

A Bee's Knees riff.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Toby Malone, Violet Hour, Chicago, IL (USA)
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

http://homebargirl.com/2014/11/10/the-oldest-living-confederate-widow/

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  • I really liked this one. Yes, like a Bee's Knees, but also reminiscent of a Corpse Reviver No. 2. Great hot weather sour.
  • Nice. Finishes like a throat lozenge (not in an objectionable way). — ★★★★
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