Elevate Your Cocktail Game: A Revamped Fox and Hounds
A Spooky Twist on a Classic
This Halloween season, why settle for the ordinary when you can create an extraordinary drinking experience? We’ve taken the classic Fox and Hounds cocktail and given it a bold new spin.
The Magic Ingredients
Our revamped recipe swaps Pernod for absinthe, adding a unique depth of flavor. Meanwhile, a few dashes of orange bitters bring a tangy kick. The result is a sophisticated, eerie delight perfect for your Halloween gathering.
Yield and Difficulty
- Yield: 1 drink
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total time: Under 5 minutes
- Active time: Under 5 minutes
The Essential Ingredients (7)
- 1 1/2 ounces bourbon (under 100 proof)
- 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup
- 1/4 ounce absinthe
- 1 large egg white
- Ice
- 3 dashes Orange Bitters
Shake, Strain, and Savor
To craft this wicked concoction:
- Combine bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, absinthe, and egg white in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds to emulsify the ingredients.
- Add ice to fill the shaker halfway and shake again until the egg white is frothy and the drink is chilled to perfection.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass and top with the orange bitters.
The Result: A Hauntingly Good Drink
With its mysterious blend of flavors, this revamped Fox and Hounds is sure to cast a spell on your Halloween guests. So go ahead, raise a glass, and toast to a howling good time!
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