Explore the DELIGHT that is the A La Louisiane Cocktail!

In this video, I will create the A La Louisiane. This cocktail, also known as the 'De La Louisiane' is named for the famous New Orleans Bar 'La Louisiane' and only came back into focus by Jim Meehan of P.D.T. in New York City.
Combining Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Absinthe, Peychaud's Bitters, and Benedictine Liqueur, this cocktail is sure to be a hit for you or your guests!
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0:00 Introduction
0:32 History of the A La Louisiane
1:05 Debate about Origin Story
2:00 The Fade and Return
2:30 Similar cocktails
2:55 Making the Drink
4:00 Tasting
7:00 Conclusion
To create this Cocktail, you will need the following:
Your drinking vessel of choice
Absinthe
Sweet Vermouth
Rye Whiskey
Peychaud's Bitters
Benedictine Liqueur
Dasher Bottle (for the Absinthe)
Mixing Glass
Jigger
Barspoon
Strainer
To actually make the Cocktail:
3 Dashes Peychaud's Bitters
.75 oz./ 22 ml Sweet Vermouth
.5 oz./ 15 ml Benedictine Liqueur
3 Dashes Absinthe
2 oz./ 60 ml Rye Whiskey
Combine ingredients in a mixing glass and stir over ice until cold. Strain into your preferred glass. Optionally garnish with a Maraschino Cherry.
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[@AngryCocktails]

I absolutely LOVE these New Orleans cocktails!

[@MuetzenStudios]

Try to stirr clockwise ... its much easier

[@thebeginnersbar]

I'll give it a look-see, thanks!