Vibrant Vieux

This classic New Orleans cocktail, named "Vibrant Vieux," is a harmonious blend of rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and two types of bitters. The combination of these fine spirits creates a sophisticated and robust drink that pays homage to the rich cocktail history of the iconic Vieux Carre.

Vibrant Vieux

A sophisticated and robust cocktail with rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and two types of bitters.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz rye whiskey
  • 3/4 oz cognac
  • 3/4 oz sweet vermouth
  • 1/2 oz Bénédictine
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, Angostura bitters, and Peychaud's bitters.
  2. Fill the mixing glass 3/4 with ice.
  3. Stir the ingredients until chilled, approximately 30 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice or over one large cube.
  5. Garnish with an expressed lemon twist or a cocktail cherry.