Sazerac
Base Spirit
Cognac, Rye Whiskey
Flavour Type
Spicy, Herbal
Cocktail Type
Classic
A classic New Orleans cocktail made with cognac or rye whiskey, absinthe, and bitters.
Origin/History
One of the oldest American cocktails, from New Orleans.
Serving Instructions
Stir ingredients with ice, strain into a chilled glass coated with absinthe.
Occassion
Evening, Classic cocktail hours
Year of Creation
Early 19th century
Classic/Modern
Classic
Garnishes
Lemon peel
Aroma
Herbal, Anise
Texture/Consistency
Smooth, Complex
Pairings
Hearty appetizers, Meat dishes
Fun Facts
A hallmark of New Orleans' cocktail history.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Stir well with ice
Ingredients
- Cognac or rye whiskey
- Absinthe
- Sugar cube
- Peychaud's bitters
Preparation Method
- 45 ml cognac or rye whiskey
- 1 sugar cube
- 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
- absinthe rinse
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