Garnish:
Lemon zest twist & basil leaves bouquet
How to make:
SHAKE all ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass (preferably over a chunk of block ice).
1 1/2 fl oz | O/Purist Tsipouro |
2/3 fl oz | Dry vermouth |
1/2 fl oz | Triple sec liqueur (40% alc./vol.) |
1/2 fl oz | Honey syrup (3 honey to 1 water) |
1/3 fl oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
Read about cocktail measures and measuring.

Review:
From the Greek islands to the seaside city of Thessaloniki to historic Athens, Greece is a holiday paradise and I look forward to sipping this delicately honey balanced Tsipouro Sour on my next trip to Greece. In the meantime, perhaps make at home and dream of your next vacation.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created by Dimitris Karababas at Banana Moon bar in Patra, Greece, this was one of ten winning recipes in the 2021 O/Purist Quest.
Nutrition:
One serving of Greek Vacation contains 185 calories.
Alcohol content:
- 1.6 standard drinks
- 21.43% alc./vol. (42.86° proof)
- 22.5 grams of pure alcohol
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