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Longshoreman

Difford’s Guide
Discerning Drinkers (107)
Longshoreman image
Measurements in:
Serves:
1
Ingredients
1 1/2 fl oz Straight rye whiskey (100 proof /50% alc./vol.)
1/2 fl oz Punt E Mes vermouth amaro
1/2 fl oz Amaro (e.g. Averna)

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How to make

Glassware

Serve in an Old-fashioned glass

Prepare

  1. Select and pre-chill an OLD-FASHIONED GLASS.
  2. Prepare garnish of orange zest twist (flamed).

Method

  1. STIR all ingredients with ice.
  2. STRAIN into ice-filled glass (preferably over a large cube or chunk of block ice).

Garnish

  1. EXPRESS flamed orange zest twist over cocktail, then use as garnish.

Flavour Profile

No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Strength 9/10
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Sweet to sour 6/10
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Health & Nutrition

Nutrition:

One serving of Longshoreman contains 170 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.6 standard drinks
  • 30.71% alc./vol. (61.42° proof)
  • 23.1 grams of pure alcohol

Allergens:

Recipe contains the following allergens:

Values stated for alcohol and calorie content, and number of drinks an ingredient makes should be considered approximate.

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History

Adapted from a recipe (originally served straight-up) created by Abigail Deirdre Gullo at SoBou, New Orleans, USA. Inspired by the Red Hook, one of a series of Manhattan-style cocktails named after districts of New York City.

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Review

Big flavours combine harmoniously in this Manhattan riff which substitutes bitters for an amaro.

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Comments & Discussion

Walter Reynolds
When I first sipped a Longshoreman it was off-putting. Before I finished the drink, though, I was a fan, having come to appreciate its dark and complex character. 4/5
score: 0
Caspian Berggren Premium Member
I really love these super simple (three ingredients, all jigger) cocktails, and especially when they are this delicious. It's a bit on the sweeter end but that's okay. The ingredients are all very complex so the drink still has a lot of interesting things to discover over time.
score: 0
John CARR Premium Member
A very nice variation on a classic Manhattan/red hook. … might be time to revisit those as well!
score: 0
Colby Dempsey
As a lover of Black Manhattans and the Dolin/Punt e Mes mix that Death and Co uses for their classic Manhattans, I am blown away by this drink. This is one of the most balanced stirred cocktails I have had. I am going to have fun riffing on this one.
score: 3
John CARR Premium Member
Agreed, lots of room for experimentation with this one.
score: 0
Stephen C
Since i can't make my own personal comments any more without subscribing (what a joke) I guess I'll make them public. Finally tried the correct version, think I preferred with cocchi.
score: 0
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score: 3
Stephen C
Accidentally poured cocchi instead of punt e mes. Still delicious. Now to try the right way.
score: 2
Kay
probably my favourite Manhattan riff. haven't got Averna at home, but honestly works really well with Mr. Black's coffee amaro
score: 1
Briana Warsing
just the right amount of spice and sweet. not much bitter but enough that you get it in the back of your throat. a definite make again.
score: 1
Fabian Körner
Great complexity and balanced aroma - Wild Turkey 101 Rye, Punt E Mes, Averna.
score: 2
John Hinojos Premium Member
Wow, just wow. A perfect evening sipper. Well balanced, slightly sweet, and with some kick. Going onto my favourites. Used a California rye, Rip Tide Cask Strength Rye, at 118 proof. Nice.
score: 2

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