Spiced Manhattan Twist

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A modern take on the Manhattan, featuring smoked maple syrup and orange bitters for a warm, aromatic finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Smoked Maple Syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 200 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz rye whiskey, 0.75 oz sweet vermouth, and 0.5 oz smoked maple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 dashes orange bitters and stir with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well-chilled and the syrup is fully incorporated.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass, discarding any ice.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with a single Luxardo cherry, gently pressing it against the rim to release oils before placing it in the glass.

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