Absinthe Fairy Sazerac
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A whimsical twist on the classic Sazerac, incorporating the distinctive flavors of absinthe alongside the rich notes of rye whiskey.
History
The Sazerac is a New Orleans classic, traditionally made with rye whiskey and absinthe. This variation adds a fairy-like allure with delicate herbal notes from absinthe, enhancing the original recipe's depth.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill an Old Fashioned glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
Step 2.
- In a separate mixing glass, muddle one sugar cube with a few dashes of Peychaud’s bitters and a splash of water until the sugar dissolves.
Step 3.
- Add 2 ounces of rye whiskey to the mixing glass filled with ice.
Step 4.
- Stir until well chilled, about 30 seconds.
Step 5.
- Discard the ice water from the chilled Old Fashioned glass.
Step 6.
- Rinse the glass with 1/4 ounce of absinthe, swirling it around to coat the interior and then discarding the excess.
Step 7.
- Strain the chilled rye mixture into the prepared glass.
Step 8.
- Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in as garnish.
Ingredients
2 oz Rye Whiskey
1 cube Sugar cube
2 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
0.25 oz Absinthe
1 piece Lemon twist (garnish)
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