Sweet Vermouth – one foodie and his food

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.

Creole Cocktail

My fascination with New Orleans cocktails led me to the Creole Cocktail, featuring rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and maraschino liqueur.

A La Louisiane Cocktail

This cocktail, a variation of the Vieux Carré, features rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, absinthe, and Peychaud’s bitters. Stirred and strained, it is garnished with Luxardo cherries. The absinthe adds a distinctive touch.

Vieux Carré Cocktail

The Vieux Carré cocktail, originating from New Orleans in the 1930s, features a blend of rye whiskey, Armagnac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, and bitters. Despite differing pronunciations, it remains a popular choice. The process involves mixing the ingredients with ice and garnishing with a Luxardo cherry. The debate over pronunciation adds an interesting touch to its history.

Man o’ War Cocktail

The Man o’ War cocktail is named after a renowned racehorse and has a mysterious origin, likely originating in mid-20th century Kentucky. The cocktail’s balance of sweet Grand Marnier and vermouth with the sharpness of lemon juice and high-proof bourbon creates a delightful flavor. To make, shake bourbon, Grand Marnier, vermouth, and lemon juice, then strain and garnish.

French Manhattan Cocktail

Here is a recipe for my version of the French Manhattan. This calls for Cognac, sweet vermouth, Grand Marnier and bitters.

Perfect Manhattan Cocktail

The “Perfect Manhattan” cocktail, an homage to the Perfect Martini, uses equal parts of sweet and dry vermouth instead of only sweet vermouth utilized in a traditional Manhattan. It adds complexity and nuance to the drink. The cocktail requires rye whiskey, both vermouths, Angostura bitters, Luxardo cherry juice and garnish, along with a lemon twist.