Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! Widely considered America's oldest cocktail, the Sazerac is a true New Orleans legend. It is a potent, sophisticated drink that relies on a very specific technique: the absinthe rinse. This creates a mesmerizing botanical aroma before the rye whiskey even hits your palate.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 4 Minutes

• Servings: 1 Drink

• Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

• 2 oz Rye Whiskey (or Cognac for a traditional twist)

• 1/2 oz Simple syrup (or 1 sugar cube)

• 3-4 dashes Peychaud's Bitters

• 1 dash Angostura Bitters (optional)

• Splash of Absinthe (for rinsing the glass)

• GND Yellow Lemon Slices for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Chill & Rinse: Chill a rocks glass with ice. Once cold, discard the ice, pour in a splash of absinthe, swirl it around to coat the inside of the glass, and discard the excess.

2. Mix: In a separate mixing glass, combine the rye whiskey, simple syrup, and bitters.

3. Stir: Add ice to the mixing glass and stir for 30 seconds until well chilled.

4. Strain: Strain the mixture into your absinthe-rinsed glass (no ice!).

5. Garnish: Express the oils of a fresh lemon peel if available, and garnish with a pristine dehydrated lemon slice to complete the aromatic experience.

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