How to make the sazerac cocktail

If you’re an old fashioned fan — you have to try a sazerac!

We like to say the sazerac is like the old fashioned’s European cousin.

Here’s our recipe — give it a try and let us know what you think!

Recipe

1. Add a splash of absinthe to your cocktail glass

2. Light it on fire

3. Set the glass to the side and allow it to cool

4. In a mixing glass, add:

   • 2 ounces bourbon rye

   • .25 ounces simple syrup

   • 4 dashes Peychaud's bitters

   • Ice

5. Stir

6. Pour everything in the mixing glass into your cocktail glass with the cooled absinthe

7. Express and garnish with a lemon swath

For a look at the complete steps, watch the video here on TikTok!