Whiskey · Fizz · Citrusy
Morning Glory Fizz Recipe
A Harry Johnson 1882 hair-of-the-dog classic — Scotch and absinthe, softened with egg white and soda.
- Prep Time
- 2 min
- Method
- Shaken
- Glass
- Fizz glass
- Strength
- Light
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Last updated September 20, 2026
About the Morning Glory Fizz
First appears in Harry Johnson's 1882 "New and Improved Bartender's Manual" as a morning hair-of-the-dog remedy — one of the better-sourced 19th-century fizz recipes despite its obscurity today.
Ingredients
- Blended Scotch2 oz
- Fresh lemon juice¾ oz
- Simple syrup¾ oz
- Egg white1
- Absinthe4 dashes
- Soda water~2 oz, to top
Method
- Add the blended Scotch, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, egg white and absinthe to the shaker — no ice.
- Dry shake for 15 seconds.
- Add a scoop of ice to the shaker.
- Shake for 15 seconds.
- Strain the cocktail into a fizz glass, no ice.
- Top with soda water.
Glass & Garnish
Fizz glass, no ice. Garnish with a lime wheel.
Notes
Uses raw egg white — small salmonella risk, use pasteurized if that's a concern. Absinthe is a defining ingredient, not optional — a few dashes bring aniseed depth without overpowering the Scotch. Serve immediately. Pairs well with light savoury bites.
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