Forced Retirement

Anders Erickson | Campari, Highball | from Anders Erickson

The Forced Retirement cocktail is a concoction created by Anders Erickson, a Chicago-based bartender and YouTuber. It's a rather unique drink that incorporates the infamous Malört, a Chicago spirit known for its intense, bitter flavor.

Ingredients

Amount Ingredient Brand
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Malört Jeppson’s
1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml Gin Beefeater London Dry
0.5 oz / 12.5 ml 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml Campari Campari
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Passion Fruit Syrup  
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Fresh Lime Juice  
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Grapefruit Juice  

Notes

  • Method: Swizzled
  • Pour: Add all ingredients directly to the glass
  • Glassware:
    • High Ball
    • Crushed Ice
  • Garnish: Pineapple fronds & cocktail umbrella
  • Special Prep: None