![]() When I make a Manhattan for myself, or a loved one, I am not just mixing a cocktail. Her liquor of choice was rye, and her favorite cocktail, named after the city that both challenged and developed her, was the Manhattan. She passed away when I was 16 but I always remember her as a class act - almost a relic of the era and the city in which she came of age. This was no small feat for that time, and I always admired her for that. A smart, shrewd and sassy woman, she rose through the ranks of the NY telephone company and was a financially independent, business-world pioneering, rock star of a woman. My great-grandmother was born in Manhattan in 1917. As always, I have a story to go with this drink. The city really doesn't sleep offering around the clock entertainment and dining options.īut I'm not writing this to try and convince you to visit Manhattan. It is not only the birthplace of my parents and grandparents, but it has this incredible energy and vibe about it that makes it unique.įrom its skyscrapers, to its cobblestone streets in the historic districts, this city has so much to offer those who visit. Manhattan will always be my favorite borough of New York City. So really, you could use either, but I adore these Amarenas for the perfect Manhattan recipe. Even better, they use carrot and hibiscus as coloring agents yielding this gorgeous deep purple, almost black cherry. And the best part is, I've found these at Trader Joe's for under $5. These bold and tart beauties are my go-to for sweet cocktails, ice cream toppings and sometimes just pairing with cheese. The brands with better ingredients, such as Luxardo can be pretty pricey - a 400g jar will run you anywhere from $18 - $24.Įnter the Amarena. Often times, the more affordable brands are packed in high fructose corn syrup with lots of preservatives and get their color from Red 40. Maraschino cherries tend to get a bad rap, and I can see why. The main reason I used rye in this recipe is because it was my great-grandmothers alcohol of choice for her Manhattans and she's the one who inspired me to make this in the first place. If you are interested in geeking out on this topic and learning more about mashbills of ryes, bourbons and American whiskeys, check out this article from the Smithsonian which goes into greater detail. According to a study conducted by Drexel University, the average consumer cannot discriminate between the two flavors. I am unable to tell the difference between the two. Some state that bourbons are a bit sweeter, while ryes tend to be more grassy. Legally speaking, rye must be fermented from a mash whose majority is grain as opposed to bourbon which must be fermented from a mash whose majority is corn. Traditionally, the Manhattan is made using Rye. How To Make A Manhattan - Rye or Bourbon? And with only a few ingredients needed, this will also appeal to anyone looking for a simple, but classy cocktail. Get my point? This drink covers all bases and spans all types of palates. If cherries, cherry juice and the luxuriousness of cherry syrup sound good to you, you will love this Manhattan.Īre rye, bourbon and whisky based drinks your favorite? If so, you will love this Manhattan. Love bitters? You will love this Manhattan. If you enjoy a sweet cocktail now and again, you will love this Manhattan. Sweet + bitter = the perfect Manhattan recipe Check it out if you're preparing this as a pre-dinner drink. We are all about the pairing - Our reverse seared ribeye steak recipe would go so well with this cocktail. ![]() Rye, sweet vermouth, bitters and some amarena cherries combine to form a drink that is as epic as the city it was named for. It does not store any personal data.Looking for a sweet cocktail with a little bit of an edge? This perfect Manhattan recipe has got you covered. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". ![]() This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly.
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