🥃 Meet the Left Hand — a modern classic that drinks like the lovechild of a Manhattan and a Negroni. Bold bourbon, bitter Campari, sweet vermouth, and a hint of chocolate bitters = rich, complex, unforgettable.
Tag: Sweet Vermouth
Martinez Cocktail
The Martinez cocktail has a rich history dating back to the 1800s. Its origins are debated, with claims of influencing modern martinis and having traits of a martini and a Manhattan. The original recipe called for equal parts gin and sweet vermouth, but variations exist. A classic recipe includes London Dry Gin, sweet vermouth, Luxardo maraschino liqueur, Angostura bitters, and an orange twist garnish. Stir and strain over ice for a delightful, old-school cocktail experience.
The Rolls Royce Cocktail
The Rolls Royce cocktail originated in the 1930s, featuring a blend of gin, dry and sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and optional orange bitters. This for is balance yet boozy, making “I’ll make it again” list.
The Preakness Cocktail
The Preakness cocktail, inspired by the Preakness Stakes, is a variant of the Manhattan, incorporating Benedictine for a unique flavor. It combines rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, bitters, and is garnished with a lemon twist.
The Tunnel Negroni Cocktail
The Tunnel Negroni is a cocktail variation created at a Parisian bar, featuring gin, dry vermouth, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Check out the recipe and explore more cocktail recipes.
The Bijou Cocktail
The Bijou cocktail, originating in the 1890s, combines gin, sweet vermouth, and Chartreuse. A modern twist uses more gin and adds orange bitters. This complex drink is recommended, and it can be made with a substitute, Faccia Brutto Centerbe.
Classic Manhattan Cocktail
The post presents a classic Manhattan cocktail recipe, highlighting its simplicity with just three ingredients: rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters. It instructs readers on how to mix and serve the drink, garnishing with a maraschino cherry. Additional variations are provided.
Boulevardier Cocktail
The Boulevardier cocktail has a fascinating origin, created at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris during prohibition. It’s a twist on the Negroni, using whiskey instead of gin. The bittersweet flavors of Campari and Vermouth make it appealing, and the recipe involves rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Campari, and an orange peel garnish.
The Blinker Cocktail
The Blinker Cocktail is a vintage drink with origins dating back to the 1930s, combining whiskey with lemon juice and grenadine. Prepared by shaking barrel proof rye whiskey, lemon juice, grenadine, and grapefruit bitters, it’s served chilled, garnished with grapefruit peel for a refreshing twist.
Corpse Reviver No. 1 Cocktail
In 2023, I made the Corpse Reviver No. 2. It’s my favorite non-whiskey drink, with a balance of sweet and sour flavors and botanical notes. I also discovered the Corpse Reviver No. 1, which I slightly modified with Armagnac and extra measures.
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