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Five Keys

A bitter and sweet whiskey cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 25.7%

Ingredients

~175 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • BourbonBourbon40 ml
  • Rosso vermouthRosso vermouth25 ml
  • Maraschino liqueurMaraschino liqueur10 ml
  • CynarCynar10 ml

Garnish

  • Maraschino cherryMaraschino cherry

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Stir all ingredients with ice: Bourbon 40 ml · Rosso vermouth 25 ml · Maraschino liqueur 10 ml · Cynar 10 ml
  3. Fine strain into the chilled glass
  4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry

History

Five Keys is a contemporary bourbon cocktail that balances bold bitterness with smooth, sweet undertones. Known for its elegant complexity and approachable depth, it fits well in modern craft cocktail bars. It invites contemplation and enjoyment, finishing with a refined, bittersweet flourish.

Tags

  • Whiskey
  • Manhattan
  • North America
  • After work
  • Dinner party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Bitter
  • Sweet

Tags

  • Whiskey
  • Manhattan
  • North America
  • After work
  • Dinner party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Bitter
  • Sweet

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