Vieux Carré

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Vieux Carré
An almost forgotten classic cocktail that deserves a revival.

Makes 1

Recipe by Chris McMillian, Bar UnCommon, New Orleans

March 2011

  • 1

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 1 1/2
  • tablespoons
  • rye whiskey
  • 1 1/2 1 1/2
  • tablespoons
  • brandy
  • 1 1/2 1 1/2
  • tablespoons
  • sweet vermouth
  • 1 1/2 1 1/2
  • teaspoons
  • Bénédictine D.O.M.
  • 2 2
  • dashes
  • Peychaud's bitters
  • 2 2
  • dashes
  • Angostura bitters
  • Lemon twist (for garnish)

Preparation

Step 1

Preparation

Combine first 6 ingredients in ice-filled rocks glass. Stir several times until glass is chilled. Garnish with lemon twist.

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