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De La Louisiane cocktail served in a coupe glass, garnished with Amarena cherries on a dark background.

La Louisiane

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A classic New Orleans cocktail with rye, Benedictine, and absinthe. Spirit-forward, elegant, and deeply atmospheric.

This cocktail is part of our Date Nite collection, made to be sipped while you cook together.​

COCKTAIL RECIPE

Makes 1 cocktail

2 oz rye whiskey
3/4 oz Bénédictine
3/4 oz sweet vermouth
3 dashes absinthe
3 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
Amarena cherries, for garnish

Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with three Amarena cherries.

NOTES FROM THE BAR

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Absinthe

Absinthe adds a subtle herbal backbone rather than a strong licorice flavor. If you’re new to absinthe, trust the process — a few dashes go a long way.


Bitters Swap

Peychaud’s bitters are traditional here, but if needed, Angostura bitters can be used for a slightly warmer spice profile.


Garnish Guidance

Three cherries isn’t just for looks. The sweetness balances the herbal notes beautifully as you sip.


Food Pairing Suggestion

This cocktail pairs especially well with rich, savory bites like charcuterie, olives, aged cheeses, or anything with a bit of salt and fat to balance the intensity.

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