Quench your passionate cravings with the beautifully bitter and herbaceous Love and Murder cocktail.
At first glance, one sees the name of tonight’s recipe and might think it to be an ironic or sarcastic juxtaposition. After all, do love and murder have anything in common? Well, history tells us that they do, and with all of those Lifetime movies out there that deal with crimes of passion, sometimes one doesn’t exist without the other, unfortunately. Did you and your significant other have a mighty row or fight recently? Don’t get mad, grab a few libations instead, like tonight’s, and talk it over.
The Love and Murder cocktail is a recent creation that takes its inspiration from the Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. In that play, the main character charms and kills his way through his relatives, eventually earning the title of earl through his dastardly deeds. The highlight of this popular show was one actor portraying multiple roles throughout its run time, which is quite the feat.
Invented in 2021 at the Porchlight in New York City by bartender Nick Bennett, the Love and Murder cocktail is a robust, full-bodied spin on the classic sour or gimlet mixtures. An option on the “Guzzlers” menu at Porchlight, the drink was sold as both light and potent, combining equal parts Campari with Green Chartreuse, offering a balanced taste when mixed with lime juice and simple syrup.
And after a few sips, all of your thoughts will more than likely be preoccupied with love, rather than murder.
What is the best alcohol to use in a Love And Murder Cocktail?
Two spirits are required to craft this unforgettable and unique tipple: Campari and Green Chartreuse. While the flavor of the bitter Campari and biting herbal notes of the Green Chartreuse on their own can sometimes be too much for certain palates, when they’re combined with the lime juice, saline, and simple syrup, the result is a bold and sophisticated sipper.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 ounce Green Chartreuse
- 1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
- 3/4 ounce simple syrup
- 4 drops saline solution 5:1 water to kosher salt, or a very small pinch of salt
- Orange twist to garnish
Instructions
- Add the Campari, Green Chartreuse, lime juice, simple syrup, and saline solution into a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well. Double strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
- Express the oils of an orange twist over the drink and drop it in.
Nutrition
What glassware and garnish are used?
Chill a coupe or Nick & Nora glass in your freezer as you prep and shake your cocktail. Strain your beverage in, garnish with an orange twist and enjoy.
Why is saline or salt used?
The right amount of salt, or in this case, saline drops, can help enhance the flavors that are present in your cocktail. Don’t add too much, or all you’ll taste is saltiness on top of everything.
Similar Drinks To The Love And Murder Cocktail
The Love and Murder combines two ingredients together that one might not consider bedfellows. But now that you’ve had a few, and your interest has been piqued, you might be curious to try other concoctions featuring Campari or Green Chartreuse. Check out some of these recipes below and give them a spin with a few friends this evening.
- Negroni – This popular and elegant classic combines Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth.
- Left Hand – Bourbon and Campari come together in this smoky and bittersweet elixir.
- Tipperary – Irish whiskey and Green Chartreuse help make this delectable drink a memorable one.
- Mona Lisa – Green Chartreuse, tonic water, and orange juice come together in this bright and bubbly beverage.
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