Cocktail
Red Hook
How to make a Red Hook: the Manhattan relative with rye whiskey, Punt e Mes and maraschino. A stirred Brooklyn cocktail with bittersweet depth.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Red Hook is a stirred cocktail from the Brooklyn family: robust rye whiskey, tart Punt e Mes and nutty maraschino. Spirit-forward, bittersweet and elegant - a modern classic from the New York bar Milk & Honey.
Instructions
- Add rye whiskey, Punt e Mes and maraschino 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: Punt e Mes brings a tart bitter note - if you prefer it milder, you can mix it with regular red vermouth.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Red Hook come from?
The Red Hook was created in 2003 by bartender Vincenzo Errico at the New York bar Milk & Honey and is named after a neighborhood in Brooklyn.
What is Punt e Mes?
Punt e Mes is an Italian vermouth with a pronounced bitter note that gives the drink its characteristic depth.
Does the Red Hook belong to the Brooklyn family?
Yes, it is a variation of the Brooklyn cocktail and belongs to the family of Manhattan riffs named after New York neighborhoods.
Ingredients
- Rye whiskey6 cl
- Punt e Mes (vermouth)1.5 cl
- Maraschino liqueur1.5 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
- Cocktail cherry1 piece
