3 cl | Rye Whiskey |
3 cl | Cognac |
3 cl | Red Vermouth |
0.5 cl | Bénédictine D.O.M |
2 dash | Peychaud’s Bitters |
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Flavor:
Base:
Whiskey
Decoration:
Maraschino cherry, Lemon twist
Glass:
Cocktail Coupe
Strength:
Pour all ingredients into a mixing glass filled with ice cubes and stir well.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish the Vieux Carrè with a maraschino cherry and a lemon twist.
The Vieux Carré is a classic cocktail that originated in the legendary Carousel Bar in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The name of the cocktail refers to the French name for the "Old Quarter" of New Orleans, where both the bar and the cocktail have their roots. The Vieux Carré is a unique cocktail that combines the influences of Whiskey, Vermouth, and Bitters to create a rich and complex flavor profile. It is often described as a kind of "Southern Manhattan." The cocktail was first created in the 1930s by Walter Bergeron, the then head bartender of the Carousel Bar. The cocktail quickly became a favorite among the bar's patrons and has since become a classic. The Vieux Carré is often regarded as a true masterpiece of the cocktail craft. It is a symbolic cocktail that reflects the history and culture of New Orleans in every sip.