Vieux Carré
Ingredients
3/4 oz Rye Whiskey
3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth
3/4 oz Cognac
2 dash Angostura bitters
2 barspoon DOM Bénédictine
2 dash Peychaud's bitters
Garnishes
1 whole Cherry
Glass
Preparation
In a mixing glass, combine the rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, Angostura bitters and Peychaud's bitters. Stir well until well combined. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist and cherry.
Description
The Vieux Carré is a classic New Orleans cocktail that combines the rich flavors of rye whiskey and cognac with the sweetness of vermouth and the complexity of Bénédictine and bitters. It's a well-balanced and sophisticated drink.
History
The Vieux Carré was created at the Carousel Bar in the Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans in the 1930s. It was named after the French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carré, which is a historic neighborhood in New Orleans. The drink quickly became a favorite among locals and visitors alike and remains a popular choice to this day.
