Cocktail a La Louisiane
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of New Orleans with the Cocktail à La Louisiane, a sophisticated yet approachable tribute to classic cocktail craftsmanship. This timeless drink weaves together the robust warmth of rye whiskey, the herbal sweetness of sweet vermouth and Bénédictine, and the aromatic intrigue of absinthe. Finished with a dash of both Peychaud's and Angostura bitters, this cocktail strikes a harmonious balance of spice and complexity. The final flourish comes in the form of a Luxardo cherry and a twist of fresh lemon peel, creating a garnish as elegant as the drink itself. Perfect for cocktail enthusiasts and curious mixologists alike, this New Orleans-inspired libation is effortlessly prepared in just 5 minutes, making it ideal for a sophisticated nightcap or a showstopping addition to your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 0.75 oz Sweet vermouth
- 0.5 oz Bénédictine
- 0.25 tsp Absinthe
- 3 dashes Peychaud's bitters
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- 1 Luxardo cherry
- 1 Lemon peel
Instructions
Chill a coupe or cocktail glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
In a mixing glass, combine the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, absinthe, Peychaud's bitters, and Angostura bitters.
Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir for about 20-30 seconds, or until the drink is well-chilled.
Dump the ice water out of the chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass using a fine mesh or Hawthorne strainer.
Garnish with a Luxardo cherry and express the oils from a lemon peel over the drink before dropping it in as well.
Serve immediately and enjoy this timeless New Orleans classic.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 22 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
