Cherry Sazerac
The Sazerac is a classic cocktail that has a rich history and is easily one of the most fascinating cocktails ever created. It was first made in the early 1800s in New Orleans, Louisiana, at a bar called the Sazerac Coffee House. Over time, the Sazerac cocktail recipe has evolved with various delicious versions available to sip. The Cherry Sazerac is a delightful twist on this timeless cocktail. At its core, the Cherry Sazerac whisky cocktail is a blend of rich, smooth, and smoky Johnnie Walker Black Label whisky, brandy, maraschino cherry juice, and bitters.
This cocktail recipe of Cherry Sazerac uses absinthe, which takes it to the next level. The ritual of coating the glass with absinthe adds an extra layer of complexity and depth to the drink. The herbal and licorice notes of the absinthe perfectly complement the bold flavours of the Johnnie Walker whisky and brandy, while also lending a subtle, almost ethereal quality to the whisky cocktail.
While Maraschino cherry juice creates a delightful, sweet contrast to the bold flavours of the Johnnie Walker whisky and the bitters add a subtle hint of spice. This Johnnie Walker whisky cocktail is a celebration of the timeless flavours that make whiskey so beloved, with a fun and playful touch that's sure to delight.
Whisky connoisseurs or cocktail enthusiasts, this Johnnie Walker whisky cocktail will tickle your taste buds and satisfy your senses!
Ingredients
Method
1. Take a cocktail glass and place it in the freezer for a minimum of 10 minutes. This will ensure that the glass is properly chilled and ready to use.
2. Once the glass has been chilled, remove it from the freezer and pour 30ml of Absinthe into the glass. Swirl the absinthe around the glass so that it coats the inside evenly and discard the liquid.
3. Grab a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice.
4. Measure and pour 60ml of Johnnie Walker Black Label, 1 tsp of Maraschino cherry juice, 2 dashes of Peychaud's bitters and 30ml of Brandy into the shaker.
5. Stir the mixture vigorously until it is well combined and chilled.
6. Using a cocktail strainer, strain the mixture from the shaker into the chilled cocktail glass.
7. Garnish the cocktail with a twist of lemon peel and a maraschino cherry for added flavour and presentation.
