Saz Who?
A Sazerac-style rum drink with pear brandy, absinthe, demerara syrup, and Peychaud's and Angostura bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 26% ABV.
Steps
8
Stir all the ingredients (except the lemon twist) over ice, then strain into a double rocks glass. Squeeze the lemon twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.
Total liquid~69 g
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Volume102 ml
Strength26% ABV
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)66 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar4.8 g (4.7%)1 sugar cube
Aciditynone
SweetnessOff-dry
Brian Miller (2009)
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