Absolut Evergreen
A vibrant and refreshing highball cocktail that combines the zesty citrus notes of Absolut Citron with the tropical, green banana sweetness of Pisang Ambon. Topped with bitter lemon soda, this drink offers a striking green hue and a perfectly balanced bittersweet finish.
What it tastes like
This drink offers a scent of ripe banana paired with bright lemon zest. The palate is dominated by sweet tropical fruit which is immediately cut by the sharp carbonation and quinine bitterness of the soda. It has a light, bubbly mouthfeel and leaves a clean, slightly bitter citrus finish.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Absolut Citron40 ml
- Pisang Ambon20 ml
- Bitter Lemon120 ml
- Ice Cubes1 ml
Preparation
- 1
Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Absolut Citron and Pisang Ambon over the ice.
- 3
Top up the glass with Bitter Lemon.
- 4
Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 5
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a lemon wheel.
Substitutions
- Absolut CitronUnflavored vodka and 10ml fresh lemon juice — This increases the overall acidity and reduces the floral aromatics of the lemon peel.
- Pisang AmbonGreen melon liqueur — The flavor profile shifts from banana to sweet melon while maintaining the signature green color.
- Bitter LemonTonic water and a squeezed lemon wedge — This provides the necessary quinine bitterness but results in a drier, less sugary finish.
Variations
Herbal Evergreen
Muddle three basil leaves in the glass before adding ice to introduce a savory, peppery undertone to the tropical banana notes.
Emerald Fizz
Replace the bitter lemon with equal parts soda water and fresh lime juice for a tarter profile with less lingering bitterness.