# Merry Cherry Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe *By James Hills — Updated February 2018* I'm a huge fan of cocktails, but as much as I love pushing the envelope with fancy bitters and exotic alcohol - nothing beats the pure simplicity of a classic Manhattan or an Old Fashioned. Last month I spent some time in Vegas Las Vegas (where I sampled many many Old Fashioned derivatives). I realized that there was really no reason why you had to stick with tradition. Old Fashioned Or Manhattan might be the name ... but really, there's no reason why you can't swap bourbon for rye or even cachaca! Cachaca Manhattan at Herbs & Rye While these classic cocktails might be simple compared to other creations on the menu they still require ingredients that many of you don't have handy. This got me thinking about what I could make that was just as good without having to worry about adding bitters, simple syrup, or vermouth. Luckily I had brought a case of [mike's hard lemonade Party Pack](https://mikeshard.com/) with me to the suite along with a bottle of Basil Hayden, so I had the fundamentals. With a variety of flavors, the mike’s Party Pack highlights all of mike’s hard lemonade’s high-quality, natural ingredients and has something for everyone (making it perfect to bring along to a holiday party or gathering). Initially I create a whiskey sour, but Mike's Hard Lemonade - while extremely tasty on it's own - wasn't as sour as I needed. So I continued to experiment by mixing mike's hard cherry lemonade with the bourbon. Surprisingly, just adding the two together came pretty close to delivering a proxy of a classic Old Fashioned but it wasn't sweet enough and lacked flair. Upon arriving home though, I was able to tweak things a bit more and came up with my special holiday cocktail, the Mike's Merry Cherry Old Fashioned. ### Six NASCAR Sites You Must Visit in Charlotte North Carolina - Where Racing Lives NASCAR tour of Charlotte - Where Racing Lives. Sites that any race fan will want to visit near Charlotte, North Carolina ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/E90OKd-d8D5Vkd_1y5kpPA.1463) ### Best Breweries to Visit on a Canada and New England Cruise Canada New England cruises feature walkable breweries in Halifax, Portland, and Boston. Late port departures let you explore Moosehead, Allagash, and Dieu du Ciel without rushing. CruiseWestCoast [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/E90OKd-d8D5Vkd_1y5kpPA.439) ### Discover the Essence of Sri Lanka Curated Sri Lanka journeys from a passionate local team, ideal for travelers seeking culture, landscapes and lasting memories. 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One small orange (I used cuties because they tend to be sweet) ***Process:*** ## Man Gear Pick of the Month November's Pick Amazon (affiliate) ### COROS Pace 4 Pro GPS Sport Watch Why we picked it: a screen big and bright enough to double as a photo frame, a titanium and sapphire build that came through a month of daily wear without a scratch, and battery life that still runs weeks between charges. 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Peel part of the orange for garnish and express the oils, then squeeze half the orange juice into the cocktail and top with a cherry. If don't properly, you'll be able to still taste the whiskey, but it will be complicated by a delicious concoction that is a bit sweet and fruity but still clearly a "Man's Drink". Details Written by: James Hills Published: 09 December 2016 Last Updated: 26 February 2018 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? Let us help you plan a cruise, all-inclusive resort, or tour for your next guys trip, family vacation, or romantic getaway. Click here to [**Book Your Next Vacation**](https://www.mantripping.com/vacation-planning.html). #### Is Your Money Better Spent on Lobsters and Beer Than a Week Glued to Cruise Ship WiFi? 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