Spirits / February 4, 2021 / Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Binny's Home Bartender: New Orleans Sazerac

New Orleans Sazerac

Ingredients

How to make

  1. Rinse chilled glass with absinthe, coating sides. Dump out remaining
  2. Add rye, sugar and bitters in mixing glass with ice, stirring well
  3. Pour into chilled glass
  4. Garnish with lemon peel twist

This Mardi Gras favorite is one of America's first cocktail gems. Many party goers have enjoyed the Sazerac since the early 1800's. Whether you pour rye whiskey or cognac, you can't go wrong. Pairs quite nicely with Cajan/Creole BBQ Shrimp or Jambalaya.



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