Not Your Dads Manhattan Recipe

Name: Not Your Dads Manhattan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cocktail; 2 ounces Rye Whiskey; .5 ounces Bourbon soaked cherry juice; 1 ounce Sweet Vermouth; 2 ounces Anguish Bitters; Bourbon Cherries; 1 pound cherries, pitted and stems removed; .5 cups cups of water; .5 cups cups of honey; 1 cup cup of bourbon; 1 piece cinnamon stick; 1 piece strip of orange peel; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar; 1 pinch nutmeg

Servings: persons

Cocktail
2 ounces Rye Whiskey
.5 ounces Bourbon soaked cherry juice
1 ounce Sweet Vermouth
2 ounces Anguish Bitters
Bourbon Cherries
1 pound cherries, pitted and stems removed
.5 cups cups of water
.5 cups cups of honey
1 cup cup of bourbon
1 piece cinnamon stick
1 piece strip of orange peel
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar
1 pinch nutmeg

1
Stir ingredients over ice until chilled, about 30 seconds.
2
Strain over 2 cubes of ice into a chilled coupe glass.
3
Garnish with bourbon soaked cherry.
4
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together the water, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract and honey until combined.
5
Add in the cinnamon strip and orange peel. Continue heating, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches a simmer.
6
Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
7
Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick and orange peel. Slowly add the bourbon to the pan, stir to combine.
8
Pour the bourbon mixture over the cherries in jars, then let the mixture cool completely to room temperature.
9
Secure the lids on the mason jars, give them a shake, and refrigerate for at least 3 days before using. The recipe should last for up to 2 months.

169

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cocktail, 2 ounces Rye Whiskey, .5 ounces Bourbon soaked cherry juice, 1 ounce Sweet Vermouth, and more.

Yes, Not Your Dads Manhattan falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Not Your Dads Manhattan

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