- 60 ml2 ozrye whiskey
- 1 wholesugar cube
- 3 dashesPeychaud's bitters
- 5 ml0.25 ozabsinthe
Garnish: lemon twist
- Method
- Stirred
- Strength
- ~34% ABV
- Difficulty
- ●●●
Method
- Chill a rocks glass, then swirl in the absinthe to coat it and discard the excess.
- In a separate mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube with the bitters and a splash of water.
- Add rye and ice, then stir until well chilled.
- Strain into the absinthe-rinsed glass and twist a lemon peel over the top.
The story
New Orleans claims this as its official cocktail, built originally with a French brandy before rye whiskey took over. The absinthe rinse rather than a full pour is the detail most home bartenders miss.
Flavour
Quick answers
Sazerac questions
How do you make a Sazerac?
Chill a rocks glass, then swirl in the absinthe to coat it and discard the excess. In a separate mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube with the bitters and a splash of water. Add rye and ice, then stir until well chilled. Strain into the absinthe-rinsed glass and twist a lemon peel over the top. You need 60 ml (2 oz) rye whiskey, 1 whole sugar cube, 3 dashes Peychaud's bitters and 5 ml (0.25 oz) absinthe.
What's in a Sazerac?
Rye whiskey, sugar cube, Peychaud's bitters and absinthe, garnished with lemon twist.
Is a Sazerac shaken or stirred?
Stirred. It is all spirit, so stirring keeps it silky and clear.
What glass is a Sazerac served in?
A rocks, with no ice.
How strong is a Sazerac?
About 34% ABV once it is diluted, so it is a strong, spirit-forward drink.
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