Rattlesnake

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Rye whiskey e.g. Rittenhouse, Bulleit Rye, Old Overholt
  • 22.5 ml Lemon juice
  • 15 ml Sugar syrup
  • 5 ml Absinthe
  • 1 piece Egg white

Preparation

  1. Dry shake all ingredients.
  2. Shake with ice.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.

Origin Story

The Rattlesnake cocktail is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, with its first recipes appearing in the 1930s. It combines whiskey and absinthe, showcasing the creative spirit of the cocktail culture during that time.

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