Whiskey · Strong
Sazerac
New Orleans' signature cocktail — rye whiskey stirred with Peychaud's bitters and sugar, served in an absinthe-rinsed glass with a lemon peel.
- Time
- 6 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Old-fashioned glass
Ingredients
- Rye whiskeyRye whiskeyRye whiskey is a type of American whiskey made primarily from rye grain, known for its spicy and robust flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Manhattan and Old Fashioned.60 ml
- Sugar cubeSugar cubeA sugar cube is a small, compressed cube of sugar typically used to sweeten beverages. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Old Fashioned to provide a controlled amount of sweetness.1 cube
- Peychaud's bittersPeychaud's bittersPeychaud's bitters is a type of aromatic bitters originating from New Orleans, known for its anise and herbal flavor profile. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Sazerac.3 dashes
- Absinthe (rinse)Absinthe (rinse)Absinthe is a high-proof anise-flavored spirit originating from Switzerland, known for its herbal complexity and strong licorice taste. It is often used to rinse glassware in cocktails like the Sazerac.5 ml
- Lemon peel (garnish)Lemon peel (garnish)Lemon peel is the outer zest of the lemon fruit, known for its bright citrus aroma and flavor. It is commonly used as a garnish to enhance cocktails with a fresh, zesty note.1
Gear
Method
- 1
Chill an old-fashioned glass with crushed ice. Discard the ice and rinse the inside of the glass with absinthe; pour out the excess.
- 2
In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cubesugar cubeA sugar cube is a small, compressed cube of sugar typically used to sweeten beverages. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Old Fashioned to provide a controlled amount of sweetness. with Peychaud's bittersPeychaud's bittersPeychaud's bitters is a type of aromatic bitters originating from New Orleans, known for its anise and herbal flavor profile. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Sazerac. and a splash of water.
- 3
Add rye whiskeyrye whiskeyRye whiskey is a type of American whiskey made primarily from rye grain, known for its spicy and robust flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Manhattan and Old Fashioned. and ice; stir for 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain into the prepared glass.
- 5
Express the oils of a lemon peel over the drink and rub it around the rim before dropping it in.
