Sazerac Sweetheart

This electrifying cocktail combines the traditional stiff Sazerac with an unexpected sweet note from aged rum. The combination of rye whiskey, aged rum, Braulio, demerara syrup, and bitters creates a complex and balanced flavor profile, making this cocktail a delightful and intriguing choice for enthusiasts.

Sazerac Sweetheart

Sazerac Sweetheart: A captivating twist on the classic Sazerac with a delightful sweet note from aged rum.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz. rye whiskey
  • 1/2 oz. aged rum
  • 1/2 oz. Braulio
  • 1 tsp. demerara syrup
  • 3 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • 1/2 tsp. absinthe
  • Lemon twist, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill a Gibraltar or rocks glass and rinse it with absinthe, then discard the excess.
  2. In a mixing glass with ice, combine rye whiskey, aged rum, Braulio, demerara syrup, Peychaud's bitters, and Angostura bitters. Stir for 20-30 seconds until chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into the chilled glass and garnish with a lemon twist.