Sazerac Elegance
A historic New Orleans cocktail balancing rye whiskey, sugar, and Peychaud's bitters with a delicate absinthe rinse for timeless sophistication. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Rye whiskey, Simple syrup, 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 220 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
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
- 0.25 oz Absinthe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse a chilled rocks glass with 0.25 oz absinthe, rotating to coat the entire interior, then discard excess absinthe.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz rye whiskey, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters. Stir with ice for 30 seconds until frosty and well-mixed.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and garnish with a lemon twist, expressing its oils over the drink before placing it in the glass.
