Sazerac Recipe

Inspired by Fresko

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Glass
Start by chilling an old-fashioned glass. Pour a small amount of absinthe into the glass, swish it around to coat the inside, and then discard the excess absinthe. This will give the cocktail its signature flavor.
2
Muddle the Sugar
In a separate mixing glass, place the sugar cube. Add the Peychaud's bitters over the sugar cube. Muddle these together until the sugar is dissolved.
3
Add Rye Whiskey
Pour the rye whiskey into the mixing glass with the muddled sugar and bitters. Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir the mixture gently until well chilled.
4
Strain into Prepared Glass
Using a strainer, pour the chilled whiskey mixture into the prepared old-fashioned glass without ice.
5
Garnish
Take the lemon peel and express the oils over the drink by holding it over the glass and giving it a gentle twist. Optionally, you can drop it into the drink for added aroma.
6
Serve
Your Sazerac cocktail is now ready to be enjoyed. Sip and savor the complex flavors!