SAZERAC

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The recipe comes from Chris McMillian, the fourth-generation bartender and fount of cocktail lore who presides over the bar at the Library Lounge at the Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans. He prefers to use sugar over simple syrup, which is made of equal parts water and sugar, because it gives him the option of increasing the drink's sweetness without diluting it.

Provided by Chris McMillian

Categories     Cocktail     House Cocktail     New Orleans     Rye     Whiskey     Pernod     Liqueur     Bitters     Alcoholic     Cocktail Party     Mardi Gras     Drink

Yield Makes 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cube or 1/2 teaspoon sugar
4 dashes Peychaud Bitters
Splash water, about 1/2 teaspoon
2 ounces rye whiskey
Splash Herbsaint (or Pernod), about 1/2 teaspoon
Lemon peel for garnish
Ice

Steps:

  • In old-fashioned glass, add ice and set aside. In another, combine sugar, bitters, and water. Muddle until sugar is completely dissolved. Add rye whiskey, fill with ice, and stir well, about 15 seconds. From first glass, discard ice, then add Herbsaint. Holding glass horizontally, turn it so that Herbsaint completely coats the interior. Discard any excess. Strain contents of second glass into chilled glass. Twist lemon peel directly over drink to release essential oils, and serve.

Carlton Matonga
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This Sazerac is a great way to use up leftover rye whiskey. It's also a delicious and unique cocktail that's sure to impress your guests.


Joann Hardie
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I've never had a Sazerac before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite cocktails.


mark allen
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This Sazerac is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and sophisticated, and it tastes amazing.


Shantiram Neupane
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I'm not a big fan of whiskey, but this Sazerac is surprisingly good. The absinthe and bitters really balance out the flavor of the whiskey. I'll definitely be making this again.


Stephen Osei Amponsah
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This Sazerac is a classic cocktail for a reason. It's smooth, flavorful, and refreshing. I highly recommend trying it.


Hashim Najam
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. Just a few ingredients and you have a delicious cocktail. It's perfect for a weeknight treat.


Rebbecca Noel
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Wow! This Sazerac is absolutely delicious. The flavors are so well-balanced. I can't wait to make this again.


1qwruw 1qur
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This Sazerac is a great way to impress your friends at a party. It looks and tastes amazing. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Byan Alzaro
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I've tried making many Sazerac cocktails before, but this recipe is by far the best. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The cocktail is perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of sweetness and bitternes


Pulane Nyakane
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This Sazerac cocktail is an explosion of flavors! The combination of rye whiskey, absinthe, Peychaud's bitters, and a sugar cube is simply divine. I love the subtle anise note that the absinthe adds. This is definitely a new favorite of mine.