Vodka Sazerac
The Vodka Sazerac is a twist on the classic New Orleans cocktail, substituting vodka for the traditional rye whiskey. This variation maintains the distinctive absinthe rinse and Peychaud's Bitters, offering a lighter, crisper profile.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Muddler
- Bar spoon
- Old Fashioned glass
- Jigger
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 sugar cube about 4 grams
- 2 dashes Peychaud's Bitters
- 1/4 oz Absinthe rinse
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions
- Chill an old fashioned glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
- In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube and Peychaud's Bitters until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the vodka to the mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled, about 30 seconds.
- Discard the ice or water from the chilled old fashioned glass and add the absinthe. Swirl the absinthe around to coat the inside of the glass, then discard the excess.
- Strain the chilled vodka mixture into the absinthe-rinsed glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist by expressing the oils over the drink and dropping it in or resting it on the rim of the glass.
Notes
For a more authentic Sazerac experience, use a high-quality vodka with a clean, neutral taste. The absinthe rinse is crucial for the cocktail's signature flavor, so it should not be omitted.