When it comes to cocktails with a hauntingly good history, few are as perfectly suited to Halloween as the Corpse Reviver No.2. Originally created in the early 20th century as a hangover cure (hence the name), this classic concoction was said to have the power to “revive” the dead — or at least anyone feeling a little worse for wear after a long night. Elegant, citrusy, and aromatic, it’s a drink that has stood the test of time and continues to inspire mixologists around the world.
This modern twist comes courtesy of Dillon’s Small Batch Distillers, a Niagara-based craft distillery celebrated for its artisanal approach and fresh, local ingredients. Featuring Dillon’s Dry Gin 7, Lillet Blanc, Dillon’s Orange Liqueur, and a whisper of Dillon’s Absinthe, this cocktail is as spirited as it is sophisticated. The addition of a blood-red glass garnish—made from cherry concentrate and coconut fat—adds a playfully eerie touch that’s ideal for Halloween gatherings.
Make the Corpse Reviver No.2 at home:
Ingredients:
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Dillon’s Absinthe, for glass rinse
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0.75 oz Dillon’s Dry Gin 7
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0.75 oz Lillet Blanc
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0.75 oz Dillon’s Orange Liqueur
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0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp cherry concentrate or pomegranate syrup (for garnish)
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1 tsp coconut fat (for garnish)
Method:
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Combine cherry concentrate and coconut fat to make your “blood” glass garnish. Brush onto your coupe glass and place in the freezer to chill.
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Rinse the inside of your chilled glass with absinthe, discarding any excess.
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In a cocktail shaker, add gin, Lillet Blanc, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. Add ice and shake for 10–15 seconds.
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Strain into your prepared glass, adding a large ice cube if desired.
A drink that’s both ghoulish and glamorous, Dillon’s Corpse Reviver No.2 is proof that some classics really can come back from the dead.
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