Vieux Carre Cocktail

 

photo by Kay Ercius

4 dashes aromatic bitters
2 t. Benedictine
¾ oz. sweet vermouth
¾ oz. Cognac
¾ oz. rye whiskey
Garnish:  Maraschino cherry and lemon peel

1.   Combine ingredients in a mixing glass filled with ice.
2.   Stir well.
3.   Strain in to an old fashioned glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with cherry and peel.