Saratoga Cocktail
Back in the 1800s, two Saratoga cocktails were battling it out. One was a Fancy Brandy Cocktail (brandy, triple sec, bitters and sugar) topped with a splash of chilled Champagne, and the other was this cocktail. Needless to say, the libation featured here was the clear victor. Essentially a Manhattan made with a split base of rye whiskey and Cognac, the stiff mix is tempered with sweet vermouth and spicy Angostura bitters. It’s a great option for Manhattan obsessives who want to try something different—but not too different.
Saratoga Cocktail
FLAVOR PROFILE
Dry
STRENGTH
DIFFICULTY
easy
INGREDIENTS
- 1 oz rye
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz cognac
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Contributed by Supercall