Peychaud’s Aromatic Bitters 5oz
Peychaud's Aromatic Bitters is bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof) in a 5oz bottle — the identical original New Orleans formula as the 10oz, in the practical home-bar size. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- ABV: 35% (70 proof) — same formula as the 10oz bottle
- Size: 5oz (148ml) glass bottle
- Style: Gentian-based aromatic bitters, proprietary botanical blend — anise the signature spice
- Origin: New Orleans, Louisiana; circa 1830; Sazerac Company brand
Same Iconic Formula, Home-Bar Size
The 5oz bottle changes nothing but the quantity: this is the same Peychaud's that Antoine Amedee Peychaud created in 1830s New Orleans, the sweet, aromatic, cherry-and-anise bitters that defines the Sazerac. Bitters are measured in dashes — a few per drink — so five ounces covers a serious run of cocktails without committing to the bigger bar-size bottle. If you are building a home bar, this is the right first bitters: Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and of course the Sazerac all start here. For heavier use, see the Peychaud's 10oz bottle.
Tasting Notes
Identical to the 10oz: sweet with cherry, clove, and nutmeg, signature anise warmth, and a gentle floral lift — bright and aromatic in the dash.
How to Enjoy
A few dashes per cocktail. Start with the Sazerac (rye, sugar, Peychaud's, absinthe rinse, lemon peel), then branch into Manhattans and Old Fashioneds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 5oz Peychaud's weaker than the 10oz? No. Both bottles are the same 35% ABV formula; the only difference is the bottle size.
How long does a 5oz bottle of bitters last? Bitters are used in dashes (a few per drink), so a 5oz bottle covers many cocktails — a practical size for a home bar.
What is Peychaud's used for? Primarily the Sazerac cocktail, plus the Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and other spirit-forward drinks.
Does Peychaud's contain alcohol? Yes — 35% alcohol by volume, like a light liqueur; it is not non-alcoholic.
The right size for your home bar — order Peychaud's 5oz online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.