I love a good Manhattan. It’s a spirit-forward cocktail with a classy twist. It’s one of my favorites to make at home because it’s simple, delicious, and really allows a good bourbon (or rye) whiskey to shine. Sometimes, I like to mix it up while still staying true to the classic Manhattan, which is whiskey, vermouth, bitters. Personal preference has always lead me to doing my Manhattan’s “perfect,” which is to say equal parts sweet and dry vermouth.
This is my fun spin on the classic Manhattan, where I substitute Apricot Brandy for the sweet vermouth. It still balances the cocktail really well, giving the sweetness from the brandy and a lovely apricot finish. If you like Manhattans, this is a great little twist to it. Cheers!
Perfect Apricot Manhattan
A creative take on the classic Manhattan cocktail, replacing Sweet Vermouth for Apricot Brandy.
Equipment
- 1 mixing glass
- 1 bar spoon
Ingredients
- 3 oz Bourbon
- .75 oz Dry vermouth
- .75 oz Apricot brandy
- 2 dashes Bitters
- 1 Maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in mxing glass with ice. Stir and strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with cherry.3 oz Bourbon, .75 oz Dry vermouth, 2 dashes Bitters, .75 oz Apricot brandy