Mardi Gras Sipper

This classic New Orleans cocktail, the Sazerac, is a must-know and must-enjoy drink, especially fitting for sipping at a Mardi Gras party. The combination of rye whiskey, Herbsaint, and Peychaud's Bitters creates a rich and flavorful cocktail with a touch of sweetness and a hint of herbs. It's a beloved and iconic cocktail that is perfect for celebrating and indulging in the festive spirit of Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras Sipper

A classic New Orleans cocktail with rye whiskey, Herbsaint, and Peychaud's Bitters, perfect for sipping at a Mardi Gras party.

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Ingredients

  • 1 sugar cube
  • 1 1/2 ounces Rye Whiskey
  • 1/4 ounce Herbsaint
  • 3 dashes Peychaud's Bitters
  • Lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Fill an Old-Fashioned glass with ice.
  2. In another Old-Fashioned glass, place the sugar cube and add the Peychaud's Bitters, then crush the sugar cube.
  3. Add the Rye Whiskey to the glass containing the Peychaud's Bitters and sugar.
  4. Empty the ice from the first glass and coat the glass with Herbsaint, then discard the remaining Herbsaint.
  5. Empty the whiskey/bitters/sugar mixture from the second glass into the first glass and garnish with lemon peel.