Swedish Punsch Manhattan (Kronan Recipe)

 

Kronan contacted me and wanted me to be clear that their Swedish Punsch is made exclusively from rums and blended with arrack from Java where it is aged in teakwood. It has all the sweetness to be a cocktail unto itself, but mixed in a Manhattan, it is stellar. Here's to a great way to do a winter Manhattan.

The Belmont Farms bondied whiskey is extremely oaky when served neat. Mixing with it may be the best way to enjoy it because it is bold and hangs on with some of the most pungent flavors.

• 2 oz. American whiskey (Belmont Farms Bonded Virginia Whiskey used)
• 1/2 oz. Swedish Punsh (Kronan used)
• 1/2 oz. sweet vermouth (Cocchi di Torino used)
• Luxardo cherry garnish

Combine liquid ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.