Miso Sazerac
A savory, spirit forward twist on the classic Sazerac. White miso syrup adds subtle sweetness and gentle salinity, creating a beautifully balanced and unexpected sip.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon
1 teaspoon white miso syrup
2 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
Absinthe, for rinsing the glass
Lemon peel, for garnish
White Miso Syrup
⅓ cup water
⅓ cup sugar
1 teaspoon white miso
Instructions
To make the white miso syrup, whisk together the water, sugar, and white miso in a small saucepan.
Heat gently, stirring, until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
Rinse a lowball or coupe glass with absinthe, then discard the excess.
Add the rye or bourbon, white miso syrup, and Peychaud’s bitters to the prepared glass.
Add a large ice cube and stir until well chilled and properly diluted.
Express a lemon peel over the drink and garnish.
Notes from the Bar
White Miso Syrup
White miso makes a beautifully balanced simple syrup. Its gentle sweetness and subtle salinity round out spirit forward cocktails without overpowering them. We are big fans of how it adds depth while keeping the drink clean and composed.
Glassware Options
This cocktail can be served stirred and straight up in a coupe or Nick and Nora glass, or over a large ice cube in a lowball or highball glass. Both presentations work well depending on the moment.
Spirit Choice
Rye whiskey brings classic spice and structure, while bourbon creates a slightly rounder, softer finish. Choose based on your preference.
Absinthe Rinse
A quick rinse is all you need. Swirl the absinthe around the glass, then discard. It should perfume the drink, not dominate it.
Ritual Tip
Take a moment savor the citrus oils after expressing the lemon peel and before dropping it in. It awakens your senses and sets the tone for the first sip.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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