The Sazerac
2 ounces rye whiskey
¼ ounce demerara syrup**
¼ ounce absinthe*
5 shakes Peychaud's Bitters
2 shakes Angostura Bitters
Lemon twist
*May substitute with an anise liqueur such as Pernod, Pastis, or Herbsaint.
**If using a liqueur, emit demerara syrup from drink.
Fill cocktail shaker ¾ full with ice. Add all liquid ingredients to shaker, swirl well.
Strain into chilled old fashioned glass, garnish with lemon twist, serve.