Classic Sazerac Cocktail
Craft the perfect Sazerac with rye whiskey, absinthe, Peychaud's Bitters and a touch of sugar — a rich, balanced cocktail with a hint of anise and warmth.
Servings 1 drink
Calories 177kcal
Ingredients
- 1 splash absinthe for rinse
- 1 sugar cube see notes
- 1 splash soda water
- 2 ounces rye whiskey
- 3 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 piece lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- First, prepare the rocks glass. Add a small splash of absinthe or use a spray bottle. Rotate the glass to distribute the liquid around the inside of the glass. Discard any extra if desired.1 splash absinthe
- Add the sugar cube to a mixing glass and add a splash of soda water on top. Muddle the sugar cube to crush it and stir until dissolved in the water.1 sugar cube, 1 splash soda water
- Add an ice cube to the mixing glass, then top with rye whiskey. Stir gently with the bar spoon to combine.2 ounces rye whiskey
- Strain the rye mixture into the absinthe-rinsed glass. Carefully add an ice cube.1 large ice cube, 3 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
- Add a few dashes of Peychaud’s bitters over top, then garnish with a piece of lemon zest.1 piece lemon zest
Notes
A single sugar cube can be substituted with 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or ¼ ounce simple syrup.
Nutrition
Serving: 2.25ounces | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.1mg
