Suzerac

Name: Suzerac
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Absinthe — 5 ml; Rye whiskey (50% alc./vol.) — 45 ml; Gentian liqueur (e.g., Suze, Salers etc) — 30 ml; Sugar syrup — 10 ml; Creole-style bitters — 3 dashes

A herbal and bitter whiskey cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 26.8%

Ingredients

~209 kcal per serving

Servings

Absinthe5 ml
Rye whiskey (50% alc./vol.)45 ml
Gentian liqueur (e.g., Suze, Salers etc)30 ml
Sugar syrup10 ml
Creole-style bitters3 dashes

Garnish

Lemon twist

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Rinse the glass with Absinthe and set to one side
Stir the remaining ingredients with ice: Rye whiskey 45 mlGentian liqueur 30 mlSugar syrup 10 mlCreole-style bitters 3 dashes and Strain into the rinsed glass
Garnish with a lemon twist

History

Suzerac is a historic New Orleans cocktail dating back to the 19th century and is considered one of the oldest American cocktails. It offers a robust and aromatic profile with a signature touch of absinthe that brings a distinctive herbal note. Suzerac is known for its bold, warming character and complex balance. It’s a perfect choice for contemplative sipping in cooler weather. This drink embodies Southern tradition and craft.