Maple Leaf Sazerac From Minetta Tavern

Directions

1. 1
   Chill a rocks glass by adding ice and water.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Take a chilled mixing glass and dash in bitters, then add rye whiskey, demerara, and maple liqueur.
4. 4
   Stir ingredients with ice for 10 to 15 seconds until desired dilution is reached.
5. 5
   Discard ice from chilled rocks glass and coat inside lightly with absinthe.
6. 6
   Strain mixing glass contents into chilled rocks glass and express oils from a lemon peel over top, then discard.