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Sazerac Cocktails

What is a Sazerac cocktail?

A Sazerac is a classic New Orleans cocktail made with rye whiskey, bitters, Herbsaint (or absinthe), and sugar. It’s often served in a chilled glass with a lemon twist.

How do you make a Sazerac?

To make a Sazerac, combine rye whiskey, bitters, Herbsaint, and sugar in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

What are the variations on a Sazerac cocktail?

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Recipe For Sazerac Cocktail

The Sazerac cocktail is a New Orleans original that has been around since the 1850s. The recipe is simple, but the drink is complex and delicious.

Ingredients:

1 sugar cube

1.5 oz. rye whiskey

.25 oz. absinthe

1 dash Peychaud’s Bitters

Instructions:

In a glass or mug, dissolve the sugar cube in a small amount of water. Add the rye whiskey, absinthe, and bitters, and stir well. Serve cold.

What’s the difference between an Old Fashioned and a Sazerac?

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