Millionaire #4
A bold whiskey‑absinthe‑grenadine sour with deep spice and color.
Base spirit
Whiskey
Style
Sour
Glassware
Coupe
Millionaire #4 blends rye or bourbon with grenadine, egg white, and a dash of absinthe for an intense, frothy sour. It drinks aromatic and spiced with a dramatic red tint.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 2 oz whiskey
- • 0.75 oz lemon
- • 0.75 oz grenadine
- • 0.25 oz absinthe
- • 1 egg white
Did you know?
“Early cocktail manuals list several similarly named drinks; #4 stands out for its whiskey‑absinthe combination.”
Source:Vintage cocktail archives; Imbibe
Bartender's Note
Use real grenadine for structure and acidity.
How to make the Millionaire #4
- 1Dry shake.
- 2Shake with ice.
- 3Strain into coupe.
- 4Garnish.
