Cognac-Spiced Sazerac with Absinthe Rinse

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A refined twist on the classic Sazerac, featuring Cognac, aromatic spices, and a delicate absinthe rinse for complexity. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Cognac, Gomme 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 180 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse a chilled coupe glass with 1/4 oz absinthe, swirling to coat the interior, then discard excess absinthe.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz Cognac, 1/2 oz gomme syrup, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters with ice cubes. Stir slowly for 30 seconds until well-chilled and diluted.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Express a lemon twist over the drink, then drop it into the glass to release essential oils.

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