Vieux Carré
Whiskey · Stir · Old Fashioned Glass
Vieux Carré Recipe
Vieux Carré is a classic whiskey cocktail made with Rye Whiskey, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, Bénédictine. Learn how to make this stir cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The Vieux Carré is a liquid portrait of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The dual-base structure of whiskey and cognac provides rich layers, while the honeyed herbal aroma of Bénédictine adds a unique depth.
Ingredients
- Rye Whiskey 30ml
- Cognac 30ml
- Sweet Vermouth 30ml
- Bénédictine 1 tsp
- Peychaud's Bitters 2 dashes
- Angostura Bitters 2 dashes
Garnish: Lemon Twist
Flavor: Sweet Bitter Smoky Herbal
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in a Vieux Carré?
Vieux Carré is made with 30ml Rye Whiskey, 30ml Cognac, 30ml Sweet Vermouth, 1 tsp Bénédictine, 2 dashes Peychaud's Bitters, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters. It is garnished with lemon twist.
How do you make a Vieux Carré?
Make a Vieux Carré using the stir technique and serve it in a Old Fashioned Glass, garnished with lemon twist.
What spirit is a Vieux Carré made with?
Vieux Carré is a whiskey-based cocktail with a strong strength.
What does a Vieux Carré taste like?
A double-base of whiskey and cognac, layering a rich New Orleans herbal character. Key flavors: sweet, bitter, smoky, herbal.