Enchanting Elixir Old-Fashioned

This Enchanting Elixir Old-Fashioned cocktail, created by bartender Doug Petry of Rye in Louisville, Kentucky, defies expectations with its delicate appearance and powerful flavors. The combination of milky white absinthe and reddish Peychaud's bitters forms a soft color palette, but the drink itself is anything but mild. This bold concoction, featuring Kübler absinthe, simple syrup, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and a float of Peychaud's bitters, is a compelling reason to explore the vibrant cocktail scene in Kentucky.

Enchanting Elixir Old-Fashioned

A captivating twist on the classic Old-Fashioned, the Enchanting Elixir Old-Fashioned combines Kübler absinthe, simple syrup, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and Peychaud's bitters to create a visually stunning and potent cocktail.

4.06 from 83 votes
Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz Kübler absinthe
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 0.50 oz St. Germain elderflower liqueur
  • 3-4 dashes Peychaud's bitters

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass with ice, combine Kübler absinthe, simple syrup, and St. Germain elderflower liqueur.
  2. Stir the mixture until chilled.
  3. Strain the cocktail into an Old-Fashioned glass over a large chunk of ice.
  4. Float 3-4 dashes of Peychaud's bitters on top.