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Red Hook
This Manhattan-like cocktail is rightly recognised as being a contemporary classic cocktail. Also great served on-the-rocks in an old-fashioned glass. Previous...
Caspian Berggren
31st May at 12:33
It's sweet but it's deliciously sweet. The Maraschino elevates some cherry from both Punt E Mes and the rye, without being overpowering as I tend to find Maraschino. Maybe I'll add just a dash of Ango next time to see how that fares.
16th February at 02:42
I’m all for riffs (that’s likely how this cocktail was born after all) but the original is a classic for a reason.
Highly recommended, 5-star favorite.
Highly recommended, 5-star favorite.
24th January at 13:50
Borrowed from High Jinks bar Canberra: a half /half of punt e mes and carpano. And adding Simon sedgley’s (I’ll believe when I see it) dash of lagavuliin.
11th January at 14:58
We added a dash (that's all that is needed) of Lagavulin Islay Malt. And then sat back and listened to Mahler's 9th. A multicultural affair, I suppose.
24th January at 13:46
Does this qualify as a Rob Hook?
24th January at 13:43
Brilliant idea Simon!
4th December 2024 at 05:30
Been a big fan of the 4:2:1 rocks version. Just tried swapping in 100 proof applejack (Laird's) with the 10:3:2 proportions, rocks again, and it's pretty good. IDK, could play around a bit but better than a brandy manhattan to this DD.
14th June 2024 at 12:17
Went back to the original version. I can see the reason for tweaking back the rye and Luxardo, but I really enjoyed the directness of the rye and sweet fruity maraschino. Very warming and flavoursome. Room for both versions I guess.
18th June 2024 at 13:53
Further experimentation with this one. It really is a cracker of a cocktail and allows for play 😉. Sazerac rye and carpano this evening. 10ml Luxardo is spot on. Definitely a favourite Manhattan.
14th June 2024 at 12:20
On the rocks was also excellent!
7th May 2024 at 23:30
Made from Book recipe which slightly differs from this site….such a wonderful drink …only some of my top ten favorite ingredients…sip and enjoy….!
8th May 2024 at 05:55
Thanks, Dave. For reference for others, I have added our previous recipe above.
21st February 2024 at 12:34
Not exactly textbook, but I do find adding a dash of angostura and/orange bitters, especially when served old fashioned style, adds an aroma and taste component that aids deliciousness.