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Make-Ahead Sazerac

By Rob Willey

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Sazerac cocktail.
Photo by Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott

Mix this New Orleans classic hours ahead of time, and serving it is as simple as pouring a pitcher of lemonade.

Simple Syrup

Shake 1/3 cup sugar and 1/3 cup hot water in a jar until sugar dissolves; chill until ready to use.

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