La Louisiane

I have a real soft spot for the La Louisiane, the Vieux Carré's slightly sweeter, more mysterious sibling. That touch of Bénédictine adds a complex, herbal sweetness that plays beautifully against the rye's spice. It’s just a stunning sipper from old New Orleans.

Approximate ABV 32.9%
Approximate Price / Cocktail $4.87
Taste Foundation Sweet, Bitter
Taste Nuance Herbal, Spicy, Fruity

Recipe Ingredients

Recipe Directions

1. Prepare your chilled serving glass with an absinthe rinse, discarding any excess.
2. Into a mixing glass, combine the rye, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, and Bénédictine.
3. Add four dashes each of Peychaud's and Angostura Aromatic Bitters.
4. Fill the mixing glass with quality ice.
5. Stir thoroughly until properly chilled and diluted.
6. Strain the cocktail into your prepared glass.
7. Express lemon oil over the drink, then discard the peel.

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