Calvados Sazerac

Name: Calvados Sazerac
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: Absinthe — 5 ml; Calvados — 50 ml; Rye whiskey (50% alc./vol.) — 15 ml; Sugar syrup — 10 ml; Creole-style bitters — 3 dashes; Angostura aromatic bitters — 1 dash

A bitter and herbal brandy cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 32.2%

Ingredients

~201 kcal per serving

Servings

Garnish

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Pour Absinthe into the chilled glass, roll to coat the inside, and discard the excess
Stir the remaining ingredients with ice: Calvados 50 mlRye whiskey 15 mlSugar syrup 10 mlCreole-style bitters 3 dashesAngostura aromatic bitters 1 dash
Strain into the Absinthe-rinsed glass
Express a lime twist over the cocktail and discard
Garnish with a lemon twist

History

Calvados Sazerac brings the apple brandy of Normandy to the forefront in a refined twist on the classic Sazerac. It offers rich, fruity undertones alongside traditional bitters and herbal notes. This cocktail is cherished for its complexity and elegance, perfect for thoughtful sipping. It balances boldness with smoothness, creating a memorable drinking experience. Calvados Sazerac unites French tradition with cocktail artistry.