Paul Kushner
The Caramel Apple Manhattan is a rich and flavorful twist on the classic Manhattan, featuring the bold warmth of bourbon, the crispness of apple brandy, and the sweet, buttery notes of butterscotch liqueur. With a dash of Angostura bitters for balance, this cocktail is a perfect way to elevate your fall cocktail experience. Garnished with a caramelized sugar swirl, it’s both elegant and indulgent.
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Ingredients
- 1 ounce bourbon
- 1 ounce apple brandy
- 0.5 ounce butterscotch liqueur
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Caramel syrup for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the bourbon, apple brandy, butterscotch liqueur, and Angostura bitters.
- Stir gently to chill and combine the ingredients.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a caramel syrup for a sweet and decorative touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, spiced flavors of this Caramel Apple Manhattan!
Notes
- For a smooth and balanced flavor, use a high-quality apple brandy and bourbon.
- To make the caramelized sugar swirl, melt sugar in a pan until it turns golden brown, then carefully drizzle it into a spiral shape on parchment paper and let it harden.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less butterscotch liqueur to suit your preference.
Tasting Notes
The Caramel Apple Manhattan offers a luxurious blend of flavors, with the robust bourbon and apple brandy balanced by the sweetness of butterscotch liqueur. The Angostura bitters provide depth and complexity, while the caramelized sugar swirl adds a visually striking and deliciously sweet garnish, making this cocktail both bold and indulgent.
