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Vieux Carre
Named after the old French term for New Orleans' French Quarter–le Vieux Carré, the old square. This concoction made up of rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, benedictine, Angostura and Peychaud's bitters was invented in 1938 by Walter Bergeron. Give this fine classic a try at a.bar.
1 oz Rittenhouse Rye
1 oz Pierre Ferrand Ambre
1 oz Carpano Antica
barspoon of Benedictine
Dash Peychaud's
Dash Angostura
Combine and stir. Garnish with lemon peel.
4/7
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