u/deeply_moving_queef

First tried this Manhattan riff at Death & Co in Melbourne, Australia. The bartender very helpfully wrote down the local recipe, which differs slightly from the entry in the Death & Co book (both pictured). Finally got around to getting some kirsch and making some cinnamon syrup and am now enjoying these at the home bar.

Red Ant

• 1.5oz Gospel Solera Rye
• 0.5oz Massenez Kirsch Vieux Cherry Brandy
• 0.5oz Cherry Heering
• 1tsp Del Maguey Vida Mezcal
• ½tsp Cinnamon Syrup
• 2 dashes Bittermens Xocolatl Mole Bitters

Add all ingredients to a mixing glass, add ice and stir until chilled and diluted sufficiently. Strain into a coupe and garnish with three brandied cherries on a cocktail pick.