Barsys
The Green Ghost
About
The Green Ghost is a cocktail for people who like their drinks stripped back and intentional. Inspired by the martini format but built on agave instead of grain, this spirit-forward cocktail lets Casamigos Blanco take the lead. Clean, peppery tequila forms the backbone, while dry vermouth brings structure and a subtle herbal dryness that keeps the drink sharp and focused.
Absinthe plays a minimal but crucial role. Used sparingly, it doesn’t dominate - instead, it floats through the drink as a faint anise note, adding a “ghostly” botanical layer that lingers quietly after each sip. Stirred and served straight up in a chilled coupe, The Green Ghost is crisp, aromatic, and disciplined. No sweetness, no distractions. Just clean agave, herbs, and restraint.
Shaken or Stirred? Stirred. This drink is about clarity and control.
What You'll Need
For one Green Ghost Cocktail:
- 2 oz Casamigos Blanco Tequila
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 0.25 oz absinthe
Optional garnish: Expressed lemon peel
Pro tip: Chill everything well - temperature is key in spirit-forward cocktails.
How to Make It
Prep time: 2 minutes
Skill level: Confident
- Add tequila, dry vermouth, and absinthe to a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well chilled and properly diluted.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Express a lemon peel over the drink and discard or garnish.
Using Barsys Cocktail Machine?
Barsys 360 Cocktail Machine is ideal for precise, stirred cocktails like The Green Ghost. Load your tequila and vermouth, let Barsys pour exact measures into your mixing glass, then finish with absinthe and a controlled stir. No over-pouring, no guesswork.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
In a cocktail this minimal, precision isn’t optional. Barsys ensures the absinthe stays restrained and the vermouth supports the tequila without dulling it - keeping the drink sharp, balanced, and intentional.
Sip Setting
Best enjoyed late evening, before dinner, or during quiet moments when you want a drink that demands attention rather than comfort.
Garnish Game
A single lemon peel is enough. Express it for aroma, then keep the glass clean. Minimalism is the point.
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FAQs
Is this similar to a martini?
Yes - structurally, but with tequila instead of gin or vodka.
Is the absinthe strong?
No - it’s subtle and aromatic, not dominant.
Can I use Reposado tequila?
You can, but Blanco keeps the drink cleaner and sharper.
Can I batch this cocktail?
Yes. Batch and stir individual servings over ice.
Is this a beginner-friendly drink?
It’s better suited for confident, spirit-forward drinkers.