• Rye whiskey
  60 ml (2 oz)

  A bold, spicy rye works best
• Dry vermouth
  30 ml (1 oz)

  Choose a quality dry vermouth
• Maraschino liqueur
  10 ml (0.25 oz)

  Luxardo is the classic choice
• Amer Picon (or substitute, like Bigallet China-China or a mix of orange bitters and amaro)
  10 ml (0.25 oz)

  Adds a bittersweet, herbal edge

• Mixing glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger
• Hawthorne strainer
• Fine strainer (optional)
• Coupe or Nick & Nora glass

1. 1

   Fill a mixing glass with ice.

2. 2

   Add rye whiskey, dry vermouth, Maraschino liqueur, and Amer Picon (or substitute).

3. 3

   Stir until well-chilled—about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.

5. 5

   Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink and dropping it in.

• It’s complex yet approachable, with layers of spice, herbal, and cherry notes.
• A must-try for fans of the Manhattan looking to explore new flavors.
• It showcases classic cocktail ingredients in a fresh way.
• Perfect for sipping and savoring; it’s a conversation starter.
• Its rich history connects you to New York’s vibrant cocktail culture.

The Brooklyn cocktail traces its roots back to the early 20th century, first appearing in print in Jack’s Manual (1908). Named after the famed New York City borough, the Brooklyn was once one of four cocktails paying tribute to NYC's boroughs (along with the Manhattan, Bronx, and Queens). Despite its initial popularity during the pre-Prohibition era, the Brooklyn faded into obscurity for decades. Thanks to the craft cocktail revival, it's made a triumphant comeback, cherished for its unique blend of rye, dry vermouth, Amer Picon (or a suitable substitute), and Maraschino liqueur.