Vieux Carre

The Vieux Carré is a slow-sipper. It's not a drink that you try to down in two minutes. No, this is a drink that needs to be relished, savored—a cocktail that almost slows down the passage of time. The name of this drink comes from a French nickname for the French Quarter in New Orleans meaning “old square”. It was invented at the city's famed Carousel Bar, and like the Big Easy itself, blends together diverse elements with strong characters to create something great. The use of Bénédictine and two different types of bitters lends this cocktail a multi-dimensional flavor that is fantastic in its complexity. If you're in New Orleans, be sure to stop by the birthplace of the Vieux Carré to enjoy one on the revolving Carousel Bar.