Rum Manhattan

The Rum Manhattan is a simple variation I come back to again and again. Swapping rye for a quality aged Demerara rum introduces notes of dark sugar and tropical fruit that are a natural fit for sweet vermouth, creating a ridiculously smooth, complex, and satisfying sipper.

Approximate ABV 26.9%
Approximate Price / Cocktail $4.48
Taste Foundation Sweet, Bitter
Taste Nuance Spicy, Fruity, Herbal

Recipe Ingredients

2 oz. (60 ml) El Dorado 12 Year Old Rum Add to Cart
1 oz. (30 ml) Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino Add to Cart
2 dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters Add to Cart
Lemon twist or cocktail cherry for garnish

Recipe Directions

1. Combine the rum, vermouth, and bitters in a mixing glass.
2. Add ice to the mixing glass.
3. Stir until adequately chilled.
4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
5. Garnish with a lemon twist or cocktail cherry.

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