Absolut Sex
A vibrant and fruity cocktail that combines the tart depth of blackcurrant vodka with the neon sweetness of melon liqueur and cranberry juice, finished with a refreshing splash of lemon-lime soda.
What it tastes like
The drink leads with an aroma of artificial melon and dark berries. On the palate, the tartness of the cranberry juice cuts through the sugary melon liqueur. The mouthfeel is light with a faint carbonated prickle from the soda. It finishes with a clean, lingering sweetness of blackcurrant.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Absolut Kurant Vodka0.75 oz
- Midori Melon Liqueur0.75 oz
- Cranberry Juice1 oz
- Sprite1 splash
Preparation
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 2
Add the Absolut Kurant, Midori, and cranberry juice to the shaker.
- 3
Shake vigorously to chill and combine the ingredients.
- 4
Strain the mixture into an Old Fashioned glass.
- 5
Top with a splash of Sprite and serve.
Substitutions
- Absolut Kurant VodkaVodka and a barspoon of Crème de Cassis — This provides a similar dark berry profile while allowing for a more intense fruit flavor.
- Midori Melon LiqueurWatermelon Pucker — This swap results in a sharper, more candy-like fruit profile compared to the honeydew notes of Midori.
- Cranberry JuicePomegranate Juice — This adds a deeper color and a more tannic, earthy tartness to the base of the drink.
- SpriteSoda Water — Using soda water reduces the overall sugar content and emphasizes the natural acidity of the juice.
Variations
Nordic Melon
Replace the Sprite with ginger ale to introduce a spicy ginger backbone that complements the blackcurrant notes.
Frozen Kurant
Blend the ingredients with a cup of crushed ice to create a slushie texture that suits the high sugar content of the liqueurs.