Sazerac-Inspired Rye Whiskey Cocktail with Absinthe Rinse

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A classic New Orleans cocktail featuring rye whiskey, aromatic bitters, and a delicate absinthe rinse for a fragrant and complex flavor. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, simple 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 160 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: 7 min Serves 1 American cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Chill a rocks glass by filling it with ice and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 ounces rye whiskey, 1/4 ounce simple syrup, 3 dashes Angostura bitters, and 3 dashes Peychaud's bitters with plenty of ice. Stir for 30 seconds until chilled.
  3. Step 3: Discard the ice from the rocks glass and add 1/4 ounce absinthe. Swirl the absinthe to coat the inside of the glass thoroughly, then discard any excess.
  4. Step 4: Strain the whiskey mixture into the absinthe-coated glass.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of 1 lemon peel twist over the drink, rim the glass with the peel, and drop it in as garnish.

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