Blackthorne
Ingredients
2 1/2 ounces Quality Irish Whiskey
1/2 ounce Dry vermouth
3 dashes of Bitters
3 dashes Absinthe
Source
Classic
Blackthorne
The Blackthorne is a lovely old Whiskey cocktail that is in the Manhattan family relying on a base of Whiskey. However, we find the Blackthorne to be more than just a Manhattan with a unique twist. The deep and mellow flavors of Irish Whiskey provide the perfect canvas for the supporting ingredients and the Absinthe adds a distinctive punch.
This old favorite is one of the featured cocktails in the upcoming Ultimate Cocktail Challenge.
Method
In a cocktail shaker stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon zest twisted over the top of the drink and dropped into the drink.