The French Quarter Twist

Invented at the New Orleans Hotel Monteleone's iconic Carousel Bar in 1938, the Vieux-Carré is named after the city's French Quarter. This potent drink includes Rye, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, a bar spoon of Benedictine, and a dash each of Angostura and Peychaud's bitters. Stirred over ice and garnished with a lemon twist, this cocktail offers a perfect combination of warmth and complexity, representing the cultural richness of New Orleans.

The French Quarter Twist

A potent and rich cocktail with a French Quarter twist, featuring Rye, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, Benedictine, and bitters, garnished with a lemon twist.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 oz Rye
  • 1 1/4 oz Cognac
  • 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
  • 1 Bar spoon Benedictine
  • 1 dash Angostura Bitters
  • 1 dash Peychaud's Bitters
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the Rye, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, Benedictine, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a twist of lemon.
  5. Enjoy your French Quarter Twist!