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Corpse Reviver (Savoy recipe)
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Corpse Reviver (Savoy recipe)

A bitter and sweet brandy cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 27.4%

Ingredients

~183 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Cognac (brandy)Cognac (brandy)30 ml
  • Fernet Branca liqueurFernet Branca liqueur20 ml
  • White Crème de CacaoWhite Crème de Cacao20 ml

Garnish

  • Mint leafMint leaf

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Shake all ingredients with ice: Cognac 30 ml · Fernet Branca liqueur 20 ml · White Crème de Cacao 20 ml
  3. Fine strain into the chilled glass
  4. Garnish with a mint leaf

History

The Savoy Corpse Reviver is a renowned classic cocktail dating back to the early 20th century. It is celebrated for its crisp, citrus-forward profile balanced by herbal and aromatic notes. Often enjoyed as a morning-after remedy, it delivers a refreshing and revitalizing experience. This cocktail combines history and flavor, making it a sophisticated choice. The Corpse Reviver offers timeless elegance and zest in each glass.

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Corpse Reviver
  • Europe
  • Brunch
  • Hangover
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Bitter
  • Sweet

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Corpse Reviver
  • Europe
  • Brunch
  • Hangover
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Bitter
  • Sweet

Classic & variations

  • Corpse Reviver No. 1

    Corpse Reviver No. 1

    Calvados, Cognac, Rosso vermouth

  • Corpse Reviver No. 1 (Savoy recipe)

    Corpse Reviver No. 1 (Savoy recipe)

    Cognac

  • Corpse Reviver No. 2 – IBA

    Corpse Reviver No. 2 – IBA

    London dry gin, Orange curaçao liqueur, Aromatized wine

  • Corpse Reviver No. 2 (Contemporary recipe)

    Corpse Reviver No. 2 (Contemporary recipe)

    London dry gin, Herbal liqueur (e.g., Yellow Chartreuse), Aromatized wine

  • Corpse Reviver No. 2 (Savoy recipe)

    Corpse Reviver No. 2 (Savoy recipe)

    London dry gin

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