How to make a Vieux Carré
Craft the classic New Orleans cocktail
The first time a View Carré was suggested to me, it was
described by the bartender as "an upgraded Manhattan." This first one I
had was served up, and that's still the way I prefer them, although it
seems they are more commonly served over a big cube. Whichever way you
prefer, this is a must-try cocktail for any whiskey fan.
The cocktail was invented at the Carousel Bar in New Orleans, and has
because a quintessential New Orleans cocktail (although it's popularity
is most often overshadowed by that of the Sazerac). Part of the reason
for this might be the rather lengthy ingredient list for a Vieux Carré.
If you want to make one yourself, I recommend this variation on Death &
Co.'s recipe:
- 1 oz rye (Rittenhouse 100)
- 1 oz Cognac (Pierre Ferrand Ambre)
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth (Carpano Antica)
- 1 tsp Benedictine
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- 1 dash Peychaud's bitters
Stir with ice, then strain into a coupe glass. Express a lemon peel over
the glass and serve. Enjoy!
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