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Vieux Carré takes about 5 minutes and lists 2 dash of new orleans aromatic bitters.
A New Orleans classic layering rye, cognac, sweet vermouth, herbal liqueur, and aromatic bitters.
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (3/5).
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How much new orleans aromatic bitters should you use?
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Vieux Carré
For 1 serving · Stirred · 5 minutes
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2 cocktails using New Orleans Aromatic Bitters
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2 dash · StirredSazerac
A New Orleans classic of cognac, sugar, Peychaud's bitters, and an absinthe-rinsed glass.
Also needed: cognac, absinthe, and sugar cube. 6 minutes.
2 dash · StirredVieux Carré
A New Orleans classic layering rye, cognac, sweet vermouth, herbal liqueur, and aromatic bitters.
Also needed: rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, and bénédictine. 5 minutes.
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Cognac
Used with new orleans aromatic bitters in 2 of the linked recipes.
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Used with new orleans aromatic bitters in 1 of the linked recipe.
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Used with new orleans aromatic bitters in 1 of the linked recipe.
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Used with new orleans aromatic bitters in 1 of the linked recipe.
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Used with new orleans aromatic bitters in 1 of the linked recipe.
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Used with new orleans aromatic bitters in 1 of the linked recipe.
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New Orleans Aromatic Bitters cocktail questions
Which cocktails use new orleans aromatic bitters?
Vieux Carré and Sazerac use new orleans aromatic bitters. Vieux Carré lists 2 dash for 1 serving. Compare the 2 recipes below for the remaining ingredients and preparation steps.
How much new orleans aromatic bitters do I need for a cocktail?
Vieux Carré lists 2 dash for 1 serving. Use the amount in your chosen recipe: these examples are different drink specifications, not interchangeable ratios.
What else do I need to make Vieux Carré?
Alongside new orleans aromatic bitters, the required ingredients for Vieux Carré are 30 ml rye whiskey, 30 ml cognac, 30 ml sweet vermouth, and 1 teaspoon bénédictine. Its stirred preparation takes about 5 minutes. Open the recipe for optional garnishes and the complete method.
Is new orleans aromatic bitters required or optional?
New Orleans Aromatic Bitters is required in 2 of the 2 linked recipes. Every recipe in this collection lists it as a required ingredient.
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Sources & editorial note
Recipe amounts, preparation notes and ingredient combinations come from Kokto’s dated 100-recipe catalog. Counts cover this published set. Recipes are listed alphabetically; the quick starting point uses preparation time, then required-ingredient count. Taste scores are Kokto’s recipe profiles, not customer ratings. Ingredient combinations describe the linked recipes rather than substitution advice.
- Vieux Carré: quantities, method and source notesCocktail App English editorial catalog B003
- Kokto governed 100-recipe catalogIngredient identity, required/optional status, amount and method
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