Corpse Reviver No. 1
A brandy morning cocktail of cognac, apple brandy, and sweet vermouth.
Base spirit
Cognac
Style
Spirit-forward
Glassware
Coupe
Technique
Stir
Corpse Reviver No. 1 is the brandy sibling of the better-known No. 2: cognac and apple brandy stirred with sweet vermouth into a rich, spirit-forward restorative. Where No. 2 is citrus-bright gin, No. 1 is warming and wine-laced. Served up, it completes the classic Corpse Reviver pair.
Did you know?
“Savoy-era Corpse Revivers were marketed as hangover restoratives; No. 1 is the cognac version, No. 2 the gin-and-Cointreau sour.”
Source:The Savoy Cocktail Book; classic restorative cocktail histories
Bartender's Note
Equal parts is traditional. Calvados or applejack both work for the apple brandy leg.
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How to make the Corpse Reviver No. 1
- 1Stir all ingredients with ice
- 2Strain into a chilled coupe
- 3Garnish with an orange twist if desired
