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A gin-laced, freshening herbal alternative to a late-night Sweet Manhattan
Justin Aniello
30th May at 21:12
Gin plus sweet vermouth plus amaro is always a winning combination and this is no exception. The gin and vermouth bring up the front with the cynar and pastis rounding out the back, lovely.
14th May at 00:41
As other folks state, it's better as it warms up. But it's surprising how the vermouth and Cynar kind of obliterate the gin flavor.
18th May at 02:35
Try it with a more flavorful gin like Nolets. Maybe you’ll find that more appealing!
20th April at 02:48
Flavors very muted for me. Dull.
27th March at 22:09
Looked like a Little Italy Riff & I love the Little Italy. Therefore, I was all in. However, even though I used a Torino Vermouth, as well as having sweetness from the Cynar, this was a very dry cocktail for me. I ended up adding some Gran Marnier & imo, liked it much better.
I think an Old Tom Gin would work better in this drink. Ransom Old Tom would be my recommendation
I think an Old Tom Gin would work better in this drink. Ransom Old Tom would be my recommendation
16th March at 12:32
Ran out of vermouth Di Torino so did a slightly ‘inside out’ version with 30 Cardamaro, 20 Campari. Wondered whether the absinthe and orange bitters might be over-egging the pudding, but they worked really well!
21st March at 14:06
Remade to spec, including fresh bottle of Cocchi VdT. Used several sprays for glass prep instead of dashes. Incredibly aromatic cocktail - fresh navel Orange helped - and wonderful depth and richness of flavour. Five stars indeed!
13th March at 03:02
Wasn't sure at first sip (sometimes the chill seems to supress certain flavors) but this one just got better and better as it warmed up. Bravo Mr. Blumberg ! ☆☆☆☆☆♡
21st March at 14:08
Yes, agreed re the warming up! Tho I did feel there was a balance point, as the bitter flavours slightly started to overpower the botanicals and aromatics. Great cocktail tho.
9th March at 04:01
Great balance and lovely muted subtlety. My daughter loves a wet Martini but is not keen on a Manhattan...I might offer her one of these; it may change her mind.
9th March at 03:15
Just made one myself with Nolets gin, Carpano Antica Formula and Grande Absente absinthe. Also worth a try! Really appreciate the feedback!