Vieux Carre Cocktail

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The Vieux Carre is a classic New Orleans cocktail. It's also boozy and sophisticated.

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Key Ingredients

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Fun Fact The Vieux Carre was invented in New Orleans' French Quarter.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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pour the liquids into a mixing glass.

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Add ice and mix until the liquids are chilled and combined.

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Strain into a lowball glass.

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Garnish with lemon peel.

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Click here or swipe below for the full Vieux Carré recipe.

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Vieux Carre Cocktail

The Vieux Carre is a classic New Orleans cocktail. It's also boozy and sophisticated.

Key Ingredients

Rye Whiskey

Cognac

Sweet Vermouth

Angostura Bitters

Bénédictine

Peychaud's Bitters

Lemon Peel

Large Ice Cube

Fun Fact The Vieux Carre was invented in New Orleans' French Quarter.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow our easy recipe with photos!

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pour the liquids into a mixing glass.

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Add ice and mix until the liquids are chilled and combined.

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Strain into a lowball glass.

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Garnish with lemon peel.

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Click here or swipe below for the full Vieux Carré recipe.

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