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Sazerac

Serves12

Method

Steps

Shake sugar and 1/3 cup hot water in a jar until sugar dissolves; chill until ready to use.
Combine whiskey, absinthe, bitters, 1/3 cup simple syrup, and ¾ cup ice water in a large pitcher; chill until very cold, at least 2 hours and up to 1 day. Divide among chilled rocks glasses and garnish each with a lemon twist.

Originally published at Bonappetit.com. Reproduced for personal collection.