Black Manhattan (Ezra Brooks 99 / Foro Amaro)
99 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Ezra Brooks (Lux Row Distillers)
Nose
Two ounces of Ezra Brooks 99 proof bourbon with Foro Amaro, which carries both coffee and chocolate notes.
Palate
The amaro brings bitter and sweet Italian digestif character with prominent coffee and chocolate notes that tie into the bourbon's dried fruit and raisin notes.
Finish
A smooth, after-dinner drink quality with lingering bitterness and sweetness from the amaro balanced by the bourbon's warmth.
Overall Score
4.4 / 5
A sophisticated Manhattan variation that elevates the bourbon through complementary amaro, delivering a complex cocktail with coffee, chocolate, and fruit-forward character.
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