A Manhattan variation with high-proof bourbon, Cynar, and Maraschino
| 1 1⁄2 | oz | Bourbon (Original recipe specifies bonded) |
| 1 1⁄2 | oz | Sweet vermouth, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino |
| 3⁄4 | oz | Cynar |
| 1⁄4 | oz | Maraschino Liqueur |
| 1 | twst | Orange peel (as garnish) |
Instructions
Stir with ice and strain into a rocks glass with ice; garnish with an orange peel twist
Notes
Any 100+ proof bourbon should work
From other users
- I feared it would be too sweet but the high octane spirit (I used Evan Williams white label) countered effectively.
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3 Comments
The Cocktail Virgin post
Submitted by VeloVagabond on
The Cocktail Virgin post calls for 1/4 ounce of maraschino. That change made a big difference for me.
The Cocktail Virgin post
Submitted by VeloVagabond on
The Cocktail Virgin post calls for 1/4 ounce of maraschino. That change made a big difference for me.
Curated to change the 1/2 oz.
Submitted by Craig E on
Curated to change the 1/2 oz. maraschino to 1/4 per link.