Sazerac Classic
A historic New Orleans cocktail balancing rye whiskey, herbal absinthe, and a touch of sweetness for a sophisticated sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Rye whiskey, Simple syrup, and Peychaud's 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 225 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 1/4 oz Simple syrup
- 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
- 1/4 oz Absinthe
- 1 Lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse a chilled rocks glass with 1/4 oz absinthe, swirling to coat the inside, then discard excess.
- Step 2: Add 1/4 oz simple syrup and 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters to the glass, muddling until dissolved.
- Step 3: Add 2 oz rye whiskey and ice cubes.
- Step 4: Stir gently for 30 seconds until well-chilled and diluted.
- Step 5: Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink, then place it on the rim for garnish.
