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This is a deliciously subtly absinthe (anise) and maraschino (cherry) influenced fresh take on the classic Manhattan/Old Fashioned. Serve on the rocks...
Mookie
10th October 2025 at 01:08
for some reason as long as absinthe is well balanced in a cocktail I feel like I'm drinking candy, and this was no exception. I used Old Granddad 114 and dialed it back to 1.75oz because of the higher proof, which might also explain why it was a little sweeter. great old fashioned riff
27th December 2024 at 03:23
Just what my budget bottle of bottled in bond bourbon (J.T.S.Brown) needed. Excellent.
26th December 2024 at 23:22
This is a nice one. Bold, boozy, and full of flavours. I used Wild Turkey 101, and I sprayed the glass with pernod instead of absinthe (it's expensive where I am). The 101 stands up well to the maraschino and the bitters and pernod flavours dance on tongue. Perfect for the winter holiday season.
19th August 2024 at 04:30
Used a 50/50 mix of Bourbon and 100 Proof Rye. Substituted Peychaud's bitters and lessened the sugar syrup. For my taste, I would drop the sugar syrup entirely as the Bourbon has a sweetness. More of a New Orleans version.
26th July 2024 at 01:40
Hmmm. Although I really liked this and would add it as a fave. I wouldn’t describe it as surprisingly dry. I would actually describe it as sweet.
4th July 2024 at 14:13
More an old fashioned riff than a Manhattan imo. Pleasant and flavoursome. Agree with other commenters that the additional Cherry garnish works well here. Very well balanced.
23rd December 2023 at 01:53
This is a lovely variant on an Old Fashioned, and a great way to enjoy a bourbon. Made according to the recipe but may well add a cherry next time.
10th December 2022 at 23:57
Tried this for first time tonight. I love the flavour profile, but I think next time I will cut the simple syrup down to 5ml. And as others, added the cherry!
5th November 2022 at 05:36
Not sure I agree that it's "surprisingly dry", but if you're a fan of an improved whisky cocktail, you can't really go wrong
20th April 2021 at 04:22
Nice blend of bourbon and a touch of Pernod. Added the luxardo cherry as recommended. Agree with the inclusion.
22nd September 2020 at 21:37
Very nice version of Sazerac/old fashioned cocktail... I added a luxardo cherry as treat along with orange slice garnish. Great last sip with Boosey cherry.