Directions

Combine the Ingredients in a Mixing Glass with Ice

Stir for 30 Seconds

Strain into a Cocktail Glass

Garnish with a Brandied Cherry

The French Manhattan is a riff on the Manhattan. It possibly got its name from the French Martini. The French Manhattan, however, is closer to the Manhattan than the French Martini is to the Martini. You can use Chambord to make it closer to the French Martini if so desired.

French Martini

Ingredients

2 oz.	Vodka
.75 oz.	Chambord (or Crème de Cassis)
1 oz.	Pineapple Juice
Garnish	Raspberry

Directions

Combine the Ingredients in a Cocktail Shaker with Ice
Shake for 15 Seconds
Double Strain into a Cocktail Glass
Garnish with a Raspberry

The French Martini was invented in the late 1980’s and, like the Appletini, was one of the first fruity fake Martini‘s that were popular in the 90’s. The “French” part of the name refers to the fact that Chambord is a French Liqueur. Chambord was used originally, but now bars are more likely to use Crème de Cassis. This is an Official IBA Cocktail.

1.5 oz.	Cognac (Brandy)
1.5 oz.	Sweet Vermouth
.25 oz.	Orange Curaçao (or Chambord)
1 Dash	Orange Bitters
Garnish	Brandied Cherry