Classic Sazerac Cocktail
A New Orleans classic, the Sazerac cocktail combines rye whiskey, sugar, bitters, and absinthe for a timeless drink.
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Instructions
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Chill an old-fashioned glass with ice.
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In a mixing glass, muddle 1 sugar cube with 3 dashes Peychaud's Bitters.
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Add 2 ounces rye whiskey to the mixing glass and stir.
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Discard ice from the chilled glass, then rinse it with 1/4 ounce absinthe or anise liqueur, discarding the liquid.
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Pour the whiskey mixture into the rinsed glass.
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Squeeze a lemon twist over the drink; discard it or place it on the rim as garnish.