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.
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
- Rinse a rocks glass with the Absinthe, fill it with plenty of ice, and set it aside.
- 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.
- Remove the ice and all of the Absinthe from the rocks glass.
- Strain the chilled cocktail from the mixing glass into the rocks glass.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel and serve.