Mauresque
CLASSIC · RICARD PASTIS

Mauresque

A beloved Provençal aperitif that transforms pastis into something magical - the anise-forward spirit blooms cloudy and pale gold when kissed with orgeat and chilled water, making it the quintessential lazy afternoon drink of the French Riviera.

Ingredients
Ricard Pastis30 ml
Chilled Water90 ml
Ice Cubes
Glassware
Collins glass
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Almond · Anise · Honey · Orange blossom · Vanilla

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Pour 30ml of pastis into a Collins glass.

  2. 2

    Add 10ml of orgeat syrup and stir gently to combine with the pastis.

  3. 3

    Add ice cubes to the glass.

  4. 4

    Pour 90ml of chilled water over the ice and stir briefly to integrate.

The kit for this drink
From the Bartender

The louche - the milky cloudiness that appears when water hits pastis - is caused by anethole, the essential oil in anise, precipitating out of solution; always add water last to enjoy the full visual effect. Ice should go in before the water so the dilution is controlled and the louche develops gradually.

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