Vieux Carré
Ingredients
- Rye Whiskey30 ml
- Cognac30 ml
- Sweet Vermouth22 ml
- Bénédictine7 ml
- Angostura Bitters1 dash
- Peychaud's Bitters1 dash
Garnish
Lemon or orange peel
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Instructions
Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into glass. Garnish with a lemon or orange peel.
A sophisticated and complex classic cocktail
The Vieux Carré is a New Orleans classic, a potent mix of rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, and bitters. It's stirred and served up or on the rocks. The result is a layered and complex drink that is both strong and flavorful.
Key characteristics:
- Spirit-forward and complex
- Rich and aromatic
- Well-balanced sweetness and bitterness