The Sazerac is one of the oldest known American cocktails, originating in New Orleans in the nineteenth century. It is closely tied to the city’s drinking history and remains a defining classic.
Rye whiskey, sugar, bitters, and an absinthe rinse create a drink that is strong and aromatic. Each element plays a clear role. It is a cocktail that does not tolerate shortcuts.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I like this when I want something that feels rooted in history. It is direct and unapologetic. It always reminds me why classics matter.
Here is the recipe
Sazerac
Embark on a journey of flavor with the Sazerac cocktail. Rye whiskey, absinthe, sugar, and bitters dance in a timeless concoction, celebrating the essence of New Orleans.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Sazerac Rye Whiskey
- 1 Sugar cube
- 3 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters
- ¼ oz Herbsaint
- Lemon twist
Instructions
- Take two old-fashioned rocks glasses
- In the first one, add ice to chill and set aside
- In the second one, muddle a sugar cube with the three dashes of Peychaud’s bitters
- Add the Sazerac Rye Whiskey, then add ice and stir
- Take the first glass, empty the ice and coat the glass with Herbsaint, then discard any excess
- Strain the contents from the second glass into your Herbsaint rinsed glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 5gFat: 0.01gSodium: 0.1mgPotassium: 1mgSugar: 4gCalcium: 0.04mgIron: 0.01mg
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