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Millionaire #4

A bold whiskey‑absinthe‑grenadine sour with deep spice and color.

Base spirit
Whiskey
Style
Sour
Glassware
Coupe
Technique
Shake

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.

A Millionaire #4 in a coupe with thick foam and cherry garnish.

Ingredients

Servings

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.

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How to make the Millionaire #4

  1. 1Add whiskey, lemon, grenadine, absinthe, and egg white to a shaker filled with ice
  2. 2Shake until well chilled
  3. 3Strain into a coupe
  4. 4Garnish with cherry and serve

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