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Stirred · one serving

Vieux Carré

A New Orleans classic layering rye, cognac, sweet vermouth, herbal liqueur, and aromatic bitters.

Short answer

Vieux Carré is a stirred cocktail made with rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, bénédictine, and new orleans aromatic bitters. A New Orleans classic layering rye, cognac, sweet vermouth, herbal liqueur, and aromatic bitters. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodStirred
GlassCocktail
LevelAdvanced
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Vieux Carré ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Vieux Carré ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Rye Whiskey30 ml3 cl1 oz1 part
Cognac30 ml3 cl1 oz1 part
Sweet Vermouth30 ml3 cl1 oz1 part
Bénédictine1 teaspoon
New Orleans Aromatic Bitters2 dash

Garnish: Orange zest and one cocktail cherry

Method

How to make Vieux Carré

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill the cocktail thoroughly and prepare the Orange zest and one cocktail cherry before mixing.

  2. 02

    Measure rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, benedictine, new orleans aromatic bitters accurately and add them to a clean mixing glass.

  3. 03

    Fill the mixing glass with solid ice cubes and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.

  4. 04

    Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the drink is very cold and properly diluted.

  5. 05

    Strain into the chilled cocktail, keeping the finished drink clear of ice fragments.

  6. 06

    Finish with Orange zest and one cocktail cherry and serve immediately at its coldest.

Tasting profile

What does Vieux Carré taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness3 / 5
Strength5 / 5
Freshness1 / 5

Quick answers

Vieux Carré questions

What is in a Vieux Carré?

Kokto’s build uses rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, bénédictine, and new orleans aromatic bitters.

How long does a Vieux Carré take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Vieux Carré prepared?

It uses a stirred method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Vieux Carré alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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