Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz blood orange juice
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 maraschino cherry
- Ice
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Martini glass
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add bourbon, sweet vermouth, blood orange juice, and Angostura bitters to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
5. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: N/A
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- Makes 1 cocktail
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Bourbon can be substituted with rye whiskey or Canadian whiskey.
- Sweet vermouth can be substituted with dry vermouth or red wine.
- Blood orange juice can be substituted with regular orange juice or grapefruit juice.
- Angostura bitters can be substituted with orange bitters or Peychaud's bitters.
Variations:
- Add a splash of grenadine for a sweeter cocktail.
- Use a different type of fruit juice, such as pomegranate or cranberry, for a different flavor profile.
- Experiment with different types of bitters for a unique twist on the classic Manhattan.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh-squeezed blood orange juice for the best flavor.
- Chill the martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best-tasting cocktail.
Storage instructions:
- N/A
Reheating instructions:
- N/A
Presentation ideas:
- Serve with a slice of blood orange on the rim of the glass.
Garnishes:
- Maraschino cherry
- Blood orange slice
Pairings:
- Serve with a charcuterie board or cheese plate.
Suggested side dishes:
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Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too strong, add a splash of orange juice or grenadine to sweeten it up.
- If the cocktail is too sweet, add a splash of lemon juice to balance it out.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
Food history:
- The Manhattan cocktail originated in the late 1800s in New York City.
Flavor profiles:
- The Bloodhound Manhattan is a sweet and citrusy twist on the classic Manhattan cocktail.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a pre-dinner cocktail or after-dinner drink.
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