Vieux Carré

New Orleans | Cocktail | from Anders Erickson

The Vieux Carré is a New Orleans cocktail dating back to the 1930s. See how rye, cognac and sweet vermouth create this well-balanced classic.

Ingredients

Amount Ingredient Brand
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Rye Rittenhouse 100 Proof
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Cognac Maison Rouge V.S.O.P.
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Sweet Vermouth Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
0.5 oz / 12.5 ml 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml Bénédictine Bénédictine DOM
2 dashes Bitters Peychaud’s
2 dashes Bitters Angostura Aromatic Bitters

Notes

  • Method: Stirred
  • Pour: Julep Strain
  • Glassware: Footed Rocks Glass
  • Garnish: Lemon Twist
  • Special Prep: None