Absolut Sex
The Absolut Sex cocktail is a tantalizing blend of Absolut vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice, creating a vibrant and fruity drink that's both refreshing and enticing.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Old-fashioned glass
- 4 ingredients
Absolut Sex
Ingredients
- Absolut Kurant¾ oz
- Midori melon liqueur¾ oz
- Cranberry juice1 oz
- Sprite1 splash
Method
- Shake Absolut Kurant, Midori, and Cranberry juice in shaker with ice: Strain into rocks glass: Splash of seven on top.Absolut Sex.
What you need
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A shaker that seals
Two weighted tins beat three-piece shakers. They chill faster and never jam.
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The coiled spring holds back ice and pulp. Look for a tight coil.
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See 2 Absolut Kurant drinksWhere it comes from
Absolut Sex is another Absolut vodka marketing creation that uses provocative naming to appeal to adult consumers and create memorable brand associations. Popular in nightlife and upscale bar settings during the 1980s-1990s, it exemplifies how spirits brands created drinks designed to be conversation starters. The drink became part of party culture and remains a staple in many modern bars.
Tips from the bar
- The name suggests a sensual, pleasurable experience
- use premium citrus for the best flavor
- serve chilled in an appropriate glass
- presentation should reflect the sophisticated nature despite the cheeky name
Twists worth trying
- Safer Sex
- A lighter fruit juice version for broader appeal
- Absolut Passion
- A tropical variation with coconut and pineapple
- After Midnight
- A sophisticated herbal version with premium liqueurs
What to eat with it
- Chocolate-covered berries
- Raspberry tarts
- Romantic dessert platters
- Sensual fruit preparations
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Absolut Sex?
A Absolut Sex is made with absolut kurant, midori melon liqueur, cranberry juice, sprite.
What glass do you use for a Absolut Sex?
Serve a Absolut Sex in a old-fashioned glass.
What does a Absolut Sex taste like?
Expect fruity, spicy, refreshing.
What can I make with Absolut Kurant?
We have 2 drinks built around Absolut Kurant. See them all on the Absolut Kurant page.
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