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Classic Sazerac Cocktail Recipe
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Author:
Austin Carter
Servings:
0
Equipment
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Rocks glass
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Mixing Glass
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Bar spoon or stirring stick
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Jigger or measuring tool
Ingredients
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1
cube
Sugar
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1/2
tbsp
Cold water
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Absinthe
(for rinsing)
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4
dashes
Peychaud’s bitters
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21/2
ounces
Rye Whiskey
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Lemon Peel
Garnish
Instructions
Start by rinsing a chilled rocks glass with absinthe, making sure to discard any excess, and then set the glass aside.
In a mixing glass, muddle together the sugar cube, water, and Peychaud’s bitters.
Add the rye whiskey to the mixing glass, fill it with ice, and stir for 15–20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Twist the lemon peel over the surface of the drink to release its oils, then use the peel as a garnish.
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