Reverse Manhattan (Berretto Da Notte)

Recipe from Kara Newman

Adapted by Robert Simonson

Reverse Manhattan (Berretto Da Notte)
John Taggart for The New York Times
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For the drinks writer Kara Newman, author of the book “Nightcap,” a nightcap can perform many functions, from sending you to sleep to reigniting a conversation to standing in for dessert. The recipe, one of Ms. Newman’s own, turns the manhattan upside-down, with the softer, calming notes of the vermouth taking center stage instead of the sharper, palate-awakening notes of the rye. Ms. Newman said a standard sweet vermouth can be substituted in this recipe in a pinch, but the Cocchi Vermouth di Torino will add elegance and complexity to your last drink of the night. —Robert Simonson

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Ingredients

Yield:1 drink
  • 2ounces vermouth, preferably Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
  • 1ounce rye whiskey
  • 2dashes orange bitters
  • Orange twist, for garnish
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Nutritional analysis per serving (1 servings)

121 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 2 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 3 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the liquid ingredients and stir until chilled, about 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Squeeze the orange twist over the surface and slip it into the drink.

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Nick

For the Boulevadier mentioned in the accompanying article, try using cynar instead of campari. It makes for a really solid fall cocktail.

Al.

Before seeing this today I thought I’d invented this cocktail during the 2020 lockdown. We’ve been calling it the Lower Manhattan.

rebecca

excellent. more recipes. please from Ms Newman.

LindaL

Really good. Try it over ice in a rocks glass.

Al.

Before seeing this today I thought I’d invented this cocktail during the 2020 lockdown. We’ve been calling it the Lower Manhattan.

E Townsend

This type of vermouth is the perfect match for high-end whiskeys and bourbons. It compliments and doesn't crush the flavor. I can't buy mine locally but I can order it. It's totally worth it to keep on hand!

Nick

For the Boulevadier mentioned in the accompanying article, try using cynar instead of campari. It makes for a really solid fall cocktail.

James Lobley

Love this one, great idea for a nightcap!

rebecca

excellent. more recipes. please from Ms Newman.

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Adapted from "Nightcap" by Kara Newman (Chronicle Books, 2018)

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