Classic Sazerac Cocktail

The Sazerac is a timeless New Orleans cocktail known for its unique blend of flavors from rye whiskey, absinthe, and aromatic bitters. This sophisticated drink is served in a chilled glass, allowing the complex notes to shine through, making it a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts.

Cuisine: American

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Serves: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces rye whiskey
  • 1 sugar cube sugar
  • 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • 1 ounce absinthe
  • 1 lemon twist lemon peel garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Chill an Old Fashioned glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
  2. 2. In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube with the Peychaud's bitters and Angostura bitters until dissolved.
  3. 3. Add the rye whiskey to the mixing glass and fill with ice. Stir until well chilled.
  4. 4. Discard the ice water from the chilled Old Fashioned glass and rinse it with absinthe, swirling to coat the inside. Discard any excess absinthe.
  5. 5. Strain the chilled rye mixture into the prepared glass and garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the drink before placing it in.

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