Sazerac

Name: Sazerac
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Absinthe — 5 ml; Chilled water — 40 ml; Brandy — 20 ml; Rye whiskey — 20 ml; Bourbon — 20 ml; Sugar syrup — 10 ml; Creole-style bitters (e.g., Peychaud's) — 4 dashes

A bitter and herbal cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 21.1%

Ingredients

~190 kcal per serving

Servings

Garnish

Lemon twist

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Pour the Absinthe 5 ml into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice, top up with Chilled water and Stir
Strain the contents of the old-fashioned glass into the chilled shot glass to be served as an optional extra alongside the Sazerac
Stir the remaining ingredients with ice: Brandy 20 ml, straight Rye whiskey 20 mlBourbon 20 mlSugar syrup 10 mlCreole-style bitters 4 dashes
Strain the drink into the Absinthe-coated glass
Express a lemon twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

Born in the lively bars of New Orleans, the Sazerac carries the spirit of the French Quarter with every pour. Its story weaves together old-world sophistication and bold American character, evolving over time from cognac to rye whiskey. Beloved for its aromatic lift and ritualistic preparation, the Sazerac is more than just a cocktail—it’s a taste of Southern tradition. Each glass feels like a celebration of heritage and timeless style.