A dessert-inspired Manhattan with caramelized fig syrup and aged bourbon.
Swapping the Manhattan's usual simple syrup for a caramelized fig syrup adds a jammy, slightly bitter edge that plays well against sweet vermouth instead of just amplifying it — the caramelization keeps the drink from tipping into pure dessert-sweetness.
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Ingredients:
- 2 ounces – Bourbon
- 1 ounce – Sweet Vermouth
- 1/2 ounce – Caramelized Fig Syrup (see sub-recipe)
Speciality Items:
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Steps:
- Stir bourbon, vermouth, and syrup over ice.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
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Caramelized Fig Syrup
Ingredients:
- 1 cup, halved – Fresh Figs
- 1/2 cup – Sugar
- 1 cup – Water
Steps:
- Sauté figs and sugar until caramelized.
- Add water and simmer 10 minutes.
- Strain and cool.
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