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Remember the Maine cocktail

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Remember the Maine

A bold cocktail combining rye whiskey, vermouth, and cherry liqueur with a hint of absinthe.

Difficulty
Medium
Strength
Strong
Origin
United States

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Add the absinthe to a chilled Coupe Glass. Swirl to coat, then discard the excess.
  2. Add the Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, and Cherry Liqueur into a Mixing Glass with ice. Stir until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into the Coupe Glass.
  4. Garnish with a Brandied Cherry.

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About the Remember the Maine

The Remember the Maine is a sophisticated, spirit-forward cocktail with origins in the United States. Named after a rallying cry from the Spanish-American War, it blends the robustness of rye whiskey with the richness of sweet vermouth and cherry liqueur. A hint of absinthe adds complexity, making it a drink for those who appreciate bold flavors and historical ties.

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How this compares

  • Manhattan

    A classic rye whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth and bitters, offering a simpler and less complex profile compared to the Remember the Maine.

  • Sazerac

    A rye whiskey cocktail with absinthe and bitters, providing a spicier and more aromatic alternative to the cherry and vermouth flavors of Remember the Maine.

  • Boulevardier

    A whiskey-based cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, offering a bitter and more robust twist compared to Remember the Maine's cherry-forward sweetness.

  • Negroni

    A gin cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, providing a herbal and bitter contrast to the whiskey richness of Remember the Maine.

  • Vieux Carré

    A complex New Orleans classic combining rye, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, and bitters, offering a richer and more layered profile compared to Remember the Maine.

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