Green Alaska
Description
Green Alaska is a simple yet profound cocktail made only with dry gin and Chartreuse Verte. Its distinctive emerald green color is striking, and despite its beautiful appearance, it has a very high alcohol content of 44-49%, making it one of the strongest cocktails. The mystical herbal aroma of Chartreuse combines with the crisp taste of gin to create a complex and sophisticated flavor. Often enjoyed as an aperitif, its strength makes it suitable for slow sipping in small quantities.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1910s）
Green Alaska was born as a variation of the 'Alaska' cocktail, which first appeared in literature in 1913. While the original Alaska uses yellow Chartreuse (Jaune), this version was created using green Chartreuse (Verte) for a stronger alcohol content and more complex flavor. The name Alaska is said to commemorate Alaska becoming a U.S. territory in 1912.
Birth Date Meaning
Elegant and pure heart of the young
The beautiful emerald green color and the mystical aroma of Chartreuse express a pure and elegant heart. Despite its high alcohol content, its transparent beauty evokes the purity of a young heart.
Famous Quotes
- "Green Alaska is a liquid jewel. While captivated by its beauty, one must respect its strength" - Famous bartender
Trivia
- Green Alaska is also known as 'Emerald Isle' in America, named after Ireland's nickname as the country that stays green all year round.
- The base Chartreuse Verte is a secret liqueur made in French monasteries since 1605, using over 130 herbs, with its recipe known only to two monks.
- In Japan, this 'Green Alaska' is more popular than the original 'Alaska' which uses yellow Chartreuse.
- The cocktail's beautiful emerald green color comes from Chartreuse Verte, earning it the nickname 'liquid jewel'.
- Due to its very high alcohol content, bartenders consider it an 'advanced cocktail' and often serve it cautiously to beginners.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Dry Gin - 45 ml
- Chartreuse Verte - 15 ml
Instructions:
- Chill the cocktail glass in the freezer
- Add ice to the shaker
- Pour 45ml of dry gin
- Add 15ml of Chartreuse Verte
- Shake vigorously (about 10-15 seconds)
- Strain into the chilled cocktail glass
- Serve without garnish