20 Classic New Orleans Drinks and Drink Experiences

There’s no excuse for being thirsty or sober in New Orleans. Read on to learn about the best New Orleans drinks and discover where to try them all.

Some of the city’s best drinks, like the Sazerac, are classic cocktails while others don’t contain any liquor at all. However, they’ll all cool you down from the Bayou’s unrelenting heat and humidity. Learn More

1. Sazerac

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2. Grasshopper

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3. Brandy Milk Punch

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4. Hurricane

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5. French 75

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Absinthe, the drink’s primary ingredient, packs a wallop with ABVs as high as 70%. As for its neon green color, seeing is believing.

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Swipe up to learn more!

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