No Vodka for Old Men

From the folks who brought us Buffalo Trace Bourbon last week, we now have Sazerac Rye Whiskey 6 year old. While the Buffalo Trace gives a nod to its rye component, the Sazerac Rye has a nice and spicy (yet mellow) rye burn. There’s a bit of sweet molasses on the front and a hint of mint in the finish. While good on its own, the name calls for mixing. The Sazerac. The New Orleans original cocktail. Put a splash of Absinthe (St. George!) in a empty glass, swirl to coat and drain the excess. Rub the colored side of a lemon peel around the rim and set aside. Pour some rye over rocks, add some dashes of Peychaud’s Bitters, a bit of simple syrup, stir and strain into the first glass. Voila! Tasty.