This is a deliciously subtly absinthe (anise) and maraschino (cherry) influenced fresh take on the classic Manhattan/Old Fashioned. Serve on the rocks...
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.
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.
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!
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.