Vieux Carré recipe

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Complex, woody blend of rye, cognac, vermouth and Bénédictine, served on ice in an old-fashioned glass.

Digestive Court Autumn cocktails Great classics
Volume 9.9 cl
Alcohol 30.6 %
Calories / serving 214 kcal
Colour Brown, Red
Published 11/2026
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine and bitters into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir for about thirty seconds.
  3. Strain into an old-fashioned glass over a large ice cube.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Old-fashioned glass

Old-fashioned glass glass Buy

History

Created in 1938 by Walter Bergeron, head bartender at the Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans. It is named after the Vieux Carré, the city's French Quarter.

Decoration

Garnish with a lemon zest and a maraschino cherry.

Variation

If you don't have Peychaud's Bitters, double the Angostura.

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should the Vieux Carré cocktail be served in?

Recommended glass: old-fashioned glass.

How strong is the Vieux Carré cocktail?

The Vieux Carré cocktail is about 30.6% alcohol.

How many calories are in the Vieux Carré cocktail?

Allow for about 214 kcal per serving.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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