Invented at the New Orleans Hotel Monteleone’s iconic Carousel Bar in 1938, the Vieux-Carré is named after the city’s French Quarter. This potent drink includes Rye, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth and a bar spoon each of Angostura and Peychaud’s bitters. Stir over ice, strain, and don’t forget the lemon twist for garnish.
The Fast Car Recipe:
A riff on such classics as the Sidecar and Between the Sheets, this cocktail combines armagnac, rhum agricole, lemon, and citrus liqueur.
Pisco Sour:
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Sidecar:
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Hennessy Sangria Recipe:
The perfect summer drink, the classic Sangria gets an upgrade with a splash, or glug, of Hennessy. Get our Hennessy Sangria recipe now!
Le Toucan Recipe:
A playful spin on the Jungle Bird cocktail, this colorful drink replaces rum and Campari with Armagnac and Suze, an herbaceous French aperitif.
Coffee Cocktail:
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