Blue Collar

Preparation

Combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled.

Glass
Nick & Nora Glass
Ice
None

A rye-driven Manhattan variant that leans into bitter complexity, the Blue Collar balances the whiskey's spice against the sweet vermouth's richness while maraschino and CioCiaro add layers of cherry sweetness and herbal depth. The amaro's orange notes carry through to the finish, making the citrus garnish feel inevitable. It's a workmanlike drink—sturdy, well-built, and unpretentious.

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