Chrysanthemum

Nice floral low ABV cocktail that you can sip all night! The Chrysanthemum cocktail is a quiet classic from the early 20th century, most famously appearing in Hugo Ensslin’s 1916 book Recipes for Mixed Drinks. It’s a delicate, aromatic drink built on dry vermouth, with a touch of Bénédictine and a hint of absinthe, reflecting the era’s love of herbal and floral flavors. Unlike many bold pre-Prohibition cocktails, the Chrysanthemum stands out for its subtlety and perfume-like character. It’s often seen as a bridge between aperitif-style drinks and the absinthe-influenced classics of its time.