St Kitts Manhattan
Elevate your cocktail repertoire with the St Kitts Manhattan, a sophisticated twist on the classic Manhattan that brings the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean to your glass. This elegant drink replaces traditional whiskey with rich, aged rum, creating a smooth yet complex base that harmonizes beautifully with sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters, and a hint of orange bitters. Enhanced with the aromatic touch of a maraschino cherry and a freshly expressed orange peel, this rum-based Manhattan is both a feast for the senses and a breeze to prepare in just five minutes. Perfect for sipping on warm evenings or impressing guests at your next gathering, the St Kitts Manhattan is a refined choice for lovers of timeless cocktails with a tropical flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged rum
- 1 oz Sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash Orange bitters
- 1 piece Maraschino cherry
- 1 piece Orange peel
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
Fill a mixing glass with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Pour in the aged rum, sweet vermouth, 2 dashes of Angostura bitters, and 1 dash of orange bitters.
Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 15-20 seconds to properly chill and dilute the drink.
Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
Garnish with a maraschino cherry by placing it at the bottom of the glass.
Express the oils of an orange peel over the drink by holding it close to the surface and gently squeezing the peel to release its essence. Optionally, rub the rim of the glass with the peel for added fragrance.
Discard the orange peel or place it in the drink for additional garnish if desired. Serve and enjoy your St Kitts Manhattan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 24 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
