Sage Gin Corpse Reviver No. 2, a sage gin cocktail

Sage Gin Corpse Reviver No. 2

Awaken your senses with the Sage Gin Corpse Reviver No. 2! This showstopping cocktail is an elegant interplay of citrus, herbs, and delicate licorice, exquisitely crafted by our friends at Hearth Restaurant.

Prep Time

5 min

Difficulty

easy

Serves

1

Ingredients

Method

  1. 1

    Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  2. 2

    Add the sage gin, Cointreau, Cocchi Americano, and fresh lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker becomes well chilled.

  4. 4

    Rinse a chilled coupe glass with a small splash of absinthe, swirling to coat the inside before discarding any excess.

  5. 5

    Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish with a bouquet of fresh sage leaves.

Story

The Moment

Some cocktails have a story long before they reach your glass.

The Corpse Reviver No. 2 first appeared in the early twentieth century, earning its memorable name as a playful nod to its bright, invigorating character. Today, it's celebrated as a timeless classic—crisp, citrus-forward, and beautifully balanced.

This version, created by our friends at Hearth Restaurant, brings Black Fox Sage Gin into the spotlight. Fresh lemon, delicate botanicals, and a whisper of absinthe create a cocktail that's lively, aromatic, and just a little unexpected.

It's the kind of drink that rewards curiosity, one sip at a time.

The Spirit Connection

Black Fox Sage Gin brings an unmistakable sense of the garden to this classic cocktail.

Crafted from ingredients grown on our Canadian prairie soil, the fresh, savoury character of the sage adds depth without overpowering the bright citrus. Meanwhile, our gin's carefully crafted botanical profile creates a natural bridge between the herbal notes of the absinthe and the gentle bitterness of the Cocchi Americano.

Together, the ingredients create a cocktail that feels layered, elegant, and remarkably fresh.

Glassware & Garnish

Glassware: Chilled coupe glass. Garnish: Fresh sage bouquet.

Make It Your Own

Small adjustments can bring out different sides of this classic:

  • Increase the sage garnish: to deepen the aromatic experience with every sip
  • Add a grapefruit twist: for an extra layer of citrus fragrance
  • Reduce the absinthe rinse: for a softer herbal finish, or use a slightly heavier rinse if you enjoy more pronounced anise notes
  • Chill your coupe glass in advance: to keep the cocktail crisp from the first sip to the last

The beauty of this cocktail is in its balance. Each ingredient has a role to play, and together they create something greater than the sum of its parts.

Serve & Pair

Best enjoyed when you're ready to slow down and savour something a little different.

Perfect for:

  • Cocktail hour before dinner
  • Celebrating special occasions
  • Evenings shared with fellow cocktail enthusiasts
  • Discovering a new favourite classic

Pairs well with:

  • Fresh oysters
  • Herb-roasted chicken
  • Goat cheese
  • Citrus-marinated seafood
  • Light canapés

Experience Cocktails at Our Saskatoon Distillery

Want to experience this beautifully balanced classic right at the source? Visit our Saskatoon-area tasting room to enjoy our award-winning spirits where they are made. Walk the farm where our ingredients are grown, join us for a distillery tour, or reserve a table to discover a new favourite cocktail.

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