Sazerac

SAZERAC

The Sazerac is a local variation of a cognac or whiskey cocktail originally from New Orleans, named for the Sazerac de Forge et Fils brand of cognac brandy that served as its original main ingredient.

Tasting notes

The Sazerac is a whiskey-based cocktail with black licorice notes imparted from absinthe, sweet caramel notes from a mix of cognac and whiskey, and some Creole zest from a dash of bitters.

Base spirit

Whiskey

Recommended Glassware

Cocktail Glass

Garnish Recommendations

Lemon Peel

ALCOHOL VOLUME

Mocktail = None

Light = 1.4 oz

Regular = 2.0 oz

Strong = 3.4 oz