| ABV | Technique | Glass | 용량 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35.0% | BUILD | ROCKS | 75ml |
What is Catharsis?
Catharsis is an intense cocktail made by building overproof rum with amaretto and lime juice, with an ABV of approximately 35%.
The name means "purification" in Greek, capturing the feeling that one powerful drink can lift the weight off your mind.
A uniquely flavored cocktail balancing overproof rum's powerful kick, amaretto's almond sweetness, and lime's brightness.
Catharsis ABV
Catharsis has an ABV of approximately 35%, placing it in the very high range for cocktails.
Overproof rum (57%) at 45ml and amaretto (28%) at 15ml combined with lime juice using the build method creates roughly 35%.
Same level as Sazerac (35%), approaching Old Fashioned (36%) territory. Despite the high ABV, amaretto's sweetness improves drinkability.
Catharsis Ingredients
- 45ml - Overproof Rum
- 15ml - Amaretto
- 15ml - Lime juice
Catharsis Recipe
- Add a large ice cube to a rocks glass.
- Slowly pour 45ml overproof rum into the glass.
- Add 15ml amaretto.
- Pour in 15ml fresh lime juice.
- Gently stir with a bar spoon to combine ingredients.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and serve for slow, contemplative sipping.
The intensity of overproof rum is the heart of this cocktail. Use high-proof rums like Wray & Nephew 151 or Bacardi 151. Large ice cubes slow dilution, allowing you to enjoy the strong flavors longer.
Catharsis Taste
Catharsis opens with overproof rum's intense alcohol presence and caramel notes hitting powerfully.
Amaretto's smooth almond sweetness then wraps around the rum's sharpness, while lime juice's bright acidity balances the overall flavor. The finish is sweet yet warm with a lingering aftertaste.
Recommended for those who enjoy strong, complex flavors, especially fans of both rum and amaretto.
Catharsis History
Catharsis is a modern cocktail without a clear creator or origin date. The name derives from Greek "katharsis (κάθαρσις)," meaning emotional purification or release.
A concept used by Aristotle to describe the effect of tragic art, it refers to the mind being purified through intense experience. This cocktail similarly embodies the idea that one intense, high-proof drink can deliver stress relief and emotional liberation.
Not a classic cocktail, but beloved among enthusiasts for its unique combination of overproof rum and amaretto.
