Twilight in Manhattan

Description: A modern twist on a classic, the Twilight in Manhattan cocktail is a velvety concoction that infuses traditional flavors with a hint of citrus and a surprising herbal aroma. It's a sophisticated drink that offers a perfect balance between the robust profile of a classic Manhattan and the delicate nuance of contemporary mixology. Ingredients: - 2 oz Rye whiskey - 0.5 oz Sweet vermouth - 0.25 oz Aperol - 2 dashes Orange bitters - 1 sprig Fresh rosemary - 1 Luxardo maraschino cherry - 1 Orange peel twist Instructions: 1. Lightly muddle the rosemary sprig in a mixing glass to release its oils. 2. Add the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Aperol, and orange bitters to the mixing glass. 3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture well, until it is very cold. 4. Place a large ice cube in a chilled coupe glass. 5. Strain the cocktail over the ice cube in the coupe glass. 6. Squeeze the orange peel over the drink to express the oils and then drop it into the glass. 7. Garnish with a Luxardo maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick. 8. Serve immediately and enjoy the aromatic journey through the flavors of a Manhattan at twilight. Glass: Serve in a chilled coupe glass for a touch of elegance that complements the complexities of this drink.