Sizzling Sazerac

The Sazerac Cocktail, known as the official drink of New Orleans, is a classic and sophisticated choice for cocktail enthusiasts. With its rich history and complex flavor profile, this iconic cocktail is a perfect blend of rye whiskey, aromatic bitters, and a touch of sweetness, garnished with a refreshing lemon twist. Whether you're in the heart of the French Quarter or creating your own sophisticated soiree, the Sizzling Sazerac is sure to impress.

Sizzling Sazerac

A classic cocktail with rye whiskey, aromatic bitters, and a touch of sweetness, garnished with a lemon twist.

4.10 from 63 votes
Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 0.50 oz Absinthe (for rinsing)
  • 2 oz Sazerac Rye
  • 0.50 oz Simple syrup
  • 3 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 1 lemon peel (used as garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse a rocks glass with the Absinthe, fill it with plenty of ice, and set it aside.
  2. In a separate mixing glass with plenty of ice, combine the Sazerac Rye, simple syrup, and Peychaud's bitters. Stir until the cocktail is well chilled.
  3. Remove the ice and all of the Absinthe from the rocks glass.
  4. Strain the chilled cocktail from the mixing glass into the rocks glass.
  5. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel and serve.