Rye whiskey's grain spice cuts through sugar and vermouth, which is why Manhattan drinkers split into camps. If a bourbon cocktail tastes too soft, rye is usually the fix.
Look for straight rye at 90+ proof for mixing. The spice reads as structure, not heat, once diluted and chilled — a Sazerac proves it in under five minutes.
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