Vieux Carré
The Vieux Carré is a classic cocktail that originated in New Orleans. It is a potent and flavorful drink that combines rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and bitters.
Ingredients - Serves 1
- Maraschino cherry - For garnish
- Lemon twist - For garnish
- Peychaud's bitters - 2 dashes
- Angostura bitters - 2 dashes
- Bénédictine - 1/2 oz
- Sweet vermouth - 1 oz
- Cognac - 1 oz
- Rye whiskey - 1 oz
Let's Get Started
- In a mixing glass, combine rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, Angostura bitters, and Peychaud's bitters.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lemon twist and a maraschino cherry.
- Serve and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Sugar: 5g
