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Brooklyn + Punt e Mes
Vincenzo Errico's 2003 original from Milk & Honey NYC — the first of the modern Brooklyn-family revival series, preceding Bensonhurst (2006) and Greenpoint (2005). Punt e Mes brings the bittersweet vermouth-amaro character that defines the drink, with maraschino contributing cherry depth. Spirit-forward like a Manhattan, but Punt e Mes structurally differentiates it. Punt e Mes is more bitter and assertive than standard sweet vermouth — substituting sweet vermouth produces a different (and weaker) drink.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye
- 0.5 oz Punt e Mes
- 0.5 oz Maraschino Liqueur
Method
- 1 Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
- 2 Stir for 25-30 seconds until well-chilled.
- 3 Strain into a chilled coupe.
- 4 Garnish with a brandied cherry.
Vincenzo Errico, Milk & Honey NYC (2003); PUNCH documentation
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