Bardstown Sazerac
A Kentucky bourbon twist on the classic Sazerac, featuring a hint of pecan syrup for a nutty depth and smooth finish. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, pecan syrup, Angostura bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz bourbon
- 1/2 tsp pecan syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash Peychaud's bitters
- a splash absinthe
- 1 cube ice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a chilled Old Fashioned glass, add a splash of absinthe and swirl to coat the inside, then discard excess absinthe.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz bourbon, 1/2 tsp pecan syrup, 2 dashes Angostura bitters, and 1 dash Peychaud's bitters to the glass.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well combined and chilled, then add 1 ice cube and serve.





