Blarney Stone

If you like the idea of a Manhattan-style Irish whiskey cocktail with a hint of licorice, the BLARNEY STONE will hit the spot. It complicates things in a delicious whiskey base that will keep you interested with each sip. The Pernod makes its presence known, as does the Cointreau. But Irish whiskey and maraschino cherry juice lead us back to the Manhattan, a variation of it anyway.

Requirements: Irish whiskey, Cointreau, Pernod or other anise-flavored liqueur, maraschino juice or liqueur, lemon twist

• 2 oz. Irish whiskey
• 1/4 oz. Cointreau
• 1/4 oz. Pernod
• 1/4 oz. maraschino juice (from the jar) or liqueur
• lemon twist for garnish

Rim a chilled cocktail glass with a lemon twist and drop in glass. Combine the other ingredients in an ice-filled mixing glass and stir for 30-60 seconds. Strain into the chilled glass. Enjoy.

Comments: The Pernod flavor works well with Cointreau and maraschino juice, creating a pleasing balance.

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