Death in the AfternoonvsGimlet
Which one fits your taste?
Death in the Afternoon
A Hemingway original pairing a dash of absinthe with chilled champagne for a herbal, potent fizz.
Gimlet
A sharp, botanical mix of gin and sweetened lime juice. Clean, potent, and incredibly refreshing.
Death in the Afternoon
Gimlet
Base
champagne
gin
Glassware
Champagne flute
Coupe
Flavor Notes
strong, herbal
sour, strong, herbal
Strong?
Which should you pick?
Pick the Death in the Afternoon if you want something smoother and less tart. Go with the Gimlet if you'd rather have something bright and citrus-forward. Both are boozy and spirit-forward and herbal and aromatic, so if you enjoy one you'll likely appreciate the other.