The Manhattan Cooler: A summery version of a cocktail classic
Contributed by on Jan 26, 2015
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This is a cocktail I came up with for a cocktail competition a few years ago, and has proved to be popular at every party I’ve served it at. A riff on the 19th century recipe that lead to the contemporary Manhattan, I utilize Pama Liqueur in place of the original Orange Curacao, and a touch of Fernet Branca in place of the bitters. I find it works beautifully served over ice in a Collins glass garnished with some Marasca cherries (Luxardo brand is terrific) on a cocktail pick.
Manhattan Cooler
- 1 1/2 ounces Pama Liqueur
- 1 ounce Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth
- 1 ounce Rittenhouse 100 Proof Rye
- 1/4 ounces Fernet Branca
Shake all ingredients hard with ice and strain into an ice filled Collins glass. Skewer 3 Marasca cherries on a cocktail pick for garnish.
