Vieux Carre Revival

This classic cocktail, Vieux Carré (voo cah-RAY), hails from the 1930s and is the perfect post-dinner indulgence. The name, meaning "old square," pays homage to the French Quarter. With a blend of rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine liqueur, and dashes of bitters, this cocktail promises a sophisticated and robust flavor profile.

Vieux Carre Revival

Indulge in the Vieux Carre Revival, a classic 1930s cocktail reminiscent of the French Quarter, featuring a rich blend of rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine liqueur, and bitters.

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Ingredients

  • Crushed ice
  • 1 oz. rye whiskey
  • 1 oz. cognac
  • 1 oz. sweet vermouth
  • 1 teaspoon Bénédictine liqueur
  • 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Instructions

  1. Fill an 8-oz. glass with crushed ice.
  2. Pour in the rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine liqueur, Peychaud's bitters, and Angostura bitters.
  3. Stir the ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy the sophisticated flavor of the Vieux Carre Revival.