Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
1
servings
2 ounce

Sazerac rye whiskey

1 ounce

Benedictine

0.75 ounce

freshly squeezed lemon juice

0.5 ounce

freshly squeezed lime juice

1 splash

simple syrup

1 unit

lemon wheel

for garnish

1 unit

lime wheel

for garnish

1 unit

brandied cherry

for garnish

Step 1
~1 min

Pour the rye whiskey, Benedictine, lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup into a mixing glass.

Step 2
~1 min

Add large cold ice cubes to the mixing glass.

Step 3
~1 min

Shake the mixture vigorously until well-chilled.

Step 4
~1 min

Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.

Step 5
~1 min

Garnish with a lemon wheel, a lime wheel, and a brandied cherry.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality ice for best results.

Chill the cocktail glass before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

2 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be pre-mixed (without ice) and refrigerated for a few hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled in a cocktail glass.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheese Board
Nuts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American Cocktail

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Happy Hour
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Happy Hour
Celebration
Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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