Non Alcoholic Manhattan

How to Make Non Alcoholic Manhattan

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   Step 1: Build the base

   In a mixing glass, combine the non-alcoholic whiskey alternative, dealcoholized sweet vermouth, a half-ounce of maraschino/Luxardo cherry syrup, and six dashes of non-alcoholic aromatic bitters. This is the flavor core, so pour measured amounts to keep the mocktail balanced.

   For this step

   • 4 fl ozNon-alcoholic whiskey alternative
   • 2 fl ozDealcoholized sweet vermouth (or non-alc sweet fortified wine)
   • 6 dashNon-alcoholic aromatic bitters
   • 1/2 fl ozMaraschino/Luxardo cherry syrup (from jar)
   
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   Step 2: Add ice and stir to chill

   Fill the mixing glass with large ice and stir gently for about 20–30 seconds (or ~30–40 revolutions) until the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted. Stirring rather than shaking preserves clarity and the silky texture associated with a classic Manhattan.

   For this step

   • 1 cupLarge ice (for stirring)
   
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   Step 3: Strain into chilled glasses

   Use a hawthorne or julep strainer and pour the chilled mixture into two chilled coupe or martini glasses, dividing evenly. If you prefer, double-strain through a fine mesh to remove any ice chips for a cleaner presentation.
   
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   Step 4: Add the cherry garnish

   Drop one Luxardo or maraschino cherry into each glass—this adds a concentrated cherry note and a classic Manhattan look. If you like a sweeter finish, spoon a small additional drop of cherry syrup over the cherry.

   For this step

   • 2 eachLuxardo or high-quality maraschino cherries
   
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   Step 5: Express orange oil and serve

   Hold an orange peel over each glass and give it a firm twist to express the essential oils across the surface, then wipe the rim with the peel and add it as a garnish. Serve immediately while chilled.

   For this step

   • 2 twistOrange peel (for expressing oils and garnish)
   

1. In a mixing glass, combine the non-alcoholic whiskey alternative, dealcoholized sweet vermouth, a half-ounce of maraschino/Luxardo cherry syrup, and six dashes of non-alcoholic aromatic bitters. This is the flavor core, so pour measured amounts to keep the mocktail balanced.
2. Fill the mixing glass with large ice and stir gently for about 20–30 seconds (or ~30–40 revolutions) until the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted. Stirring rather than shaking preserves clarity and the silky texture associated with a classic Manhattan.
3. Use a hawthorne or julep strainer and pour the chilled mixture into two chilled coupe or martini glasses, dividing evenly. If you prefer, double-strain through a fine mesh to remove any ice chips for a cleaner presentation.
4. Drop one Luxardo or maraschino cherry into each glass—this adds a concentrated cherry note and a classic Manhattan look. If you like a sweeter finish, spoon a small additional drop of cherry syrup over the cherry.
5. Hold an orange peel over each glass and give it a firm twist to express the essential oils across the surface, then wipe the rim with the peel and add it as a garnish. Serve immediately while chilled.