Anise · Black pepper · Caramel · Cherry · Oak · Vanilla
Estimated profile
- 1
Add ice cubes to a mixing glass.
- 2
Measure and pour the rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, and Bénédictine directly into the mixing glass.
- 3
Add the Peychaud's bitters.
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Stir steadily for 25–30 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
- 5
Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- 6
Express an orange zest over the surface, run it around the rim, and place it in the glass.
- 7
Garnish with a maraschino cherry and serve immediately.
The Vieux Carré was created by bartender Walter Bergeron at the Hotel Monteleone's Carousel Bar around 1938; its name means 'French Quarter' in French, honoring the neighborhood where it was born. For maximum integration of flavors, stir with large, dense ice to achieve proper dilution without over-watering the drink.
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