You haven’t been to New Orleans if you miss out on these cocktails From the time of Epiphany through Fat Tuesday, New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras. The French Quarter transforms into an unparalleled street party, packed with people indulging in all that New Orleans has to offer: from local Cajun cuisine, jazz bars, to of course the world-famous beignets and chicory coffee at Cafe du Monde. And while the most popular drink in New Orleans might come in towering plastic cups, some of the most famous cocktails in the world were born in The Big Easy. But which of the most famous New Orleans cocktails are the most important to try? New Orleans is hailed as the “cradle of civilized drinking.” To miss the cocktails of New Orleans is to miss some of the finest the city culture has to offer. We’re counting down the top 3 cocktails to try when you