This absinthe martini was popularized in the 1940s at Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, built in 1772 on Bourbon Street. The building–still standing today–is said to be one of the oldest buildings used as a bar in the United States and remains the oldest example of New Orleans’ 18th century French architecture.

• 2 oz Portland Dry Gin 33
• 1/4 oz dry vermouth
• 1/4 oz absinthe
• lemon twist for garnish

Combine ingredients with ice in a mixing glass and stir until well chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist.