Absinthe Frappé

1 1/2 oz. absinthe (try Lucid)
1/2 oz. simple syrup
2 oz. soda water
6–8 mint leaves
Crushed ice
Tools: mixing glass, muddler, shaker
Glass: frappé
Garnish: mint sprig

Muddle mint leaves in the bottom of mixing glass. Add absinthe and simple syrup to an ice-filled shaker and shake vigorously until outside of shaker begins to frost. Pour contents into glass filled with crushed ice, top with a splash of soda and garnish.

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For more absinthe recipes, read Seeing Green in the January/February 2008 issue.