COCKTAIL RECIPE
Remember the Maine
Remember the Maine is a classic cocktail with strength and character, made with rye whiskey, sweet vermouth and cherry liqueur. With its slightly smoky touch and aromatics, it's a drink similar to the Manhattan family, but with a depth all its own.
The Remember the Maine cocktail takes its name from an important event in American history. In 1898, the explosion of the USS Maine, a warship docked in Havana, Cuba, caused a huge national outcry. After this event, the slogan "Remember the Maine!" spread in America and became one of the symbols of the Spanish-American War.
The emergence of the cocktail dates back to the early 20th century. The famous bartender and cocktail writer Charles H. Baker Jr. introduced this drink in his book The Gentleman's Companion, published in 1939. Baker was particularly impressed by the strong and aromatic character of this cocktail, which he drank in bars in Havana and shared the recipe in his book.
