I've gone Manhattan crazy...

When my Cocktail Guide was nearing release I sent out a handful of copies to friends in the cocktail community, including Anders Erickson. His channel has gone from strength to strength over the last few years thanks to his charismatic personality and informative content. In his latest video, he made an original cocktail of his, The Tartan, featuring a Highland Scotch whisky, sweet vermouth, Darmbuie and Ramazzotti - you should give it a try if you love Manhattan riffs and spirit-forward cocktails! He also dropped a shout out and quick summary of my book - thanks Anders!

🎥 VIDEOS

The Red Hook is a Manhattan/Brooklyn mashup created by Vincenzo "Enzo" Errico (who was trained by legendary British bartender, Dick Bradsell - the creator of the Espresso Martini). Errico also created one of my all time favourite cocktails, the Enzoni.

What is your favourite variation on the Manhattan?

• The Best Whiskey for a Manhattan | Whiskey Tribe

• Brooklyn - Best Manhattan Variation? | Behind the Bar

• Black Manhattan | Steve the Bartender

• Manhattan 3 Ways | Cocktail Time with Kevin Kos

🔥 TIPS OF THE WEEK

Seeing as we are on the topic of Manhattans, I thought it would be pertinent to throw you some Manhattan-related tips!

1. Try a reverse Manhattan for a low ABV sipper (flip the ratios so it is more vermouth-forward)

2. Emptied your jar of Luxardo maraschino cherries? Blanch some fresh cherries and refill your jar.

3. Or, use the leftover sweet cherry syrup in your Singapore Slings (replace the cherry brandy).

4. Don't shake your Manhattans! Here's why...

5. Replace the sweet vermouth with your favourite amaro.

6. Make cherry ice cream to pair with your Manhattan!

Video by Glen and Friends Cooking

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Cheers,

Steve the Bartender

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