Absinthe-Rinsed Sazerac

Name: Absinthe-Rinsed Sazerac
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 2 oz rye whiskey; 1/2 oz maple syrup; 2 dashes Angostura bitters; 1/4 oz absinthe; 1 lemon twist

A refined twist on the classic New Orleans cocktail, featuring rye whiskey balanced with maple syrup and a lingering absinthe finish.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

2 oz rye whiskey
1/2 oz maple syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1/4 oz absinthe
1 lemon twist

Instructions

Step 1: Rinse a chilled coupe glass with 1/4 oz absinthe, swirling to coat the interior, then discard excess liquid.
Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz rye whiskey, 1/2 oz maple syrup, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters with ice, stirring for 30 seconds until well-chilled and slightly diluted.
Step 3: Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the drink as you place it on the rim.