The Nightfall – A Dark and Velvety Manhattan
Ingredients:
– 2 oz Brandy (Cognac or a high-quality American brandy)
– 0.5 oz Amaro Nonino (Just enough for depth without stealing the show)
– 0.75 oz Sweet Vermouth (Carpano Antica or Cocchi Vermouth di Torino for the best balance)
– 2 dashes Cherry-Vanilla Bitters (Homemade magic)
Instructions:
1. Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes.
2. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.
3. Stir until well-chilled (about 30 seconds).
4. Strain into the chilled coupe glass.
5. Express an orange peel over the drink, releasing its oils, then use it as a garnish.
6. Add a Luxardo cherry on a cocktail pick as the finishing touch.
This is The Nightfall in its purest form—smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. Time to pour one and enjoy the night.