Cocktail
Brooklyn
How to make a Brooklyn - the Manhattan relative of rye whiskey, dry vermouth, maraschino and Amer Picon. A dry, aromatic New York classic.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Brooklyn is a dry, aromatic cocktail from the family of New York borough drinks and a close relative of the Manhattan. Rye whiskey meets dry vermouth, maraschino and the bitter Amer Picon. A complex classic for connoisseurs of balanced bitter notes.
Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Add rye whiskey, dry vermouth, maraschino and Amer Picon.
- Stir cold for about 20 seconds.
- Strain into a pre-chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Pro tip: If no Amer Picon is on hand, it can be replaced with a dash of orange bitters and a little amaro to recreate the signature bitter note.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Brooklyn fit in?
The Brooklyn belongs to the family of cocktails named after New York boroughs and is a dry relative of the Manhattan.
Why is Amer Picon hard to find?
The French bitter liqueur is rarely available outside France, which is why a substitute of amaro and orange bitters is often used.
Which whiskey is best?
Spicy rye whiskey is classic, as its sharpness harmonises well with the dry vermouth.
Ingredients
- Rye whiskey5 cl
- Dry vermouth (Vermouth Dry)2 cl
- Maraschino liqueur1 cl
- Amer Picon (or bitter liqueur)1 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
- Cocktail cherry1 piece
