Cocktail
Little Italy
How to make a Little Italy: the Manhattan with Cynar, rye whiskey and sweet vermouth. A stirred cocktail by Audrey Saunders with a pleasant artichoke bitterness.
4 minPrep time
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1Serving(s)
The Little Italy is a modern Manhattan twist by Audrey Saunders: rye whiskey and sweet vermouth meet the artichoke-like Cynar. The result is a stirred cocktail with pleasant bitterness and surprising complexity.
Instructions
- Add rye whiskey, sweet vermouth and Cynar to a mixing glass.
- Fill up with ice cubes.
- Stir cold with a bar spoon for about 20 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Cynar gives the drink an earthy artichoke bitterness - it turns a classic Manhattan into something distinctly complex.
Frequently asked questions
Who invented the Little Italy?
The cocktail comes from bartender Audrey Saunders, who developed it at her New York bar Pegu Club.
What is Cynar?
Cynar is an Italian bitter liqueur based on artichokes with a pleasantly earthy, dry note.
How does the Little Italy differ from the Manhattan?
The Little Italy adds Cynar to the classic Manhattan recipe, which gives it more bitterness and depth.
Ingredients
- Rye Whiskey6 cl
- Sweet vermouth (Vermouth Rosso)2 cl
- Cynar1.5 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
- Cocktail cherry1 piece
