# Parisian Dispatch

Sother Teague turns blanc vermouth, absinthe, orgeat, and soda into a pale, mint-crowned highball that is long, aromatic, and genuinely low proof.

Strength: 11% ABV before dilution

## Ingredients

- 90 ml [Blanc vermouth](https://stirred.fyi/ingredients/blanc-vermouth.md) — Keep the opened bottle refrigerated and use it fresh.
- 15 ml [Absinthe](https://stirred.fyi/ingredients/absinthe.md)
- 15 ml [Orgeat syrup](https://stirred.fyi/ingredients/orgeat-syrup.md) — Contains almonds; check the selected syrup for other allergens.
- 90 ml [Soda water](https://stirred.fyi/ingredients/soda-water.md) — Use cold, freshly opened soda water.

## Glassware

Highball glass

## Garnish

- Mint sprig — Use one fresh, aromatic sprig.

## Method

1. Add the vermouth, absinthe, and orgeat to a chilled highball and stir briefly.
2. Fill with cubed ice, add the soda water, and stir once gently to combine without losing carbonation.

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- [Vermouth-Cassis](https://stirred.fyi/cocktails/vermouth-cassis.md): Dry vermouth, blackcurrant liqueur, and soda make a light French highball whose vinous acidity keeps the dark fruit brisk rather than jammy.
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## References

- Canonical page: https://stirred.fyi/cocktails/parisian-dispatch
- Photograph: https://stirred.fyi/assets/cocktails/parisian-dispatch-4a9587bd.webp
- Recipe source: https://www.wineenthusiast.com/recipe/parisian-dispatch-cocktail/