The Buildout · Episode 184 · April 24, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

Remember the Maine

Inspired by the rallying cry for a war history has often forgotten, Remember the Maine is a drink that wears its patriotism on its sleeve, and its vermouth and cherry component with pride. At first glance, it reads like a Manhattan with flair: rye, sweet vermouth, cherry Heering, and a rinse of absinthe. But follow its trail and you’ll find a drink that likely evolved from another historical oddity. Helping us navigate its complicated history and composition is Joel Lee Kulp, owner and general manager of Brooklyn’s The Richardson . Listen on (or read below) to discover Joel's Remember the Maine recipe(s) — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe. Joel Lee Kulp's Remember the Maine Recipes Directions follow recipes Variation 1 - 1 ounce Dolin sweet vermouth - ¼ ounce Cherry Heering - 2 ounces Wild Turkey 101 Rye Whiskey - Garnish: lemon twist Variation 2 - ¾ ounce Dolin sweet vermouth - ¼ ounce Cherry Heering - 2 ounces Michter's Rye Whiskey - ¼ ounce Pernod Pastis - Garnish: lemon twist Variation 3 - ¾ ounce Dolin sweet vermouth - ¼ ounce Vicario Savage Cherry Liqueur - 2 ounces Russell's Rye Whiskey - Garnish: Absinthe spritz (on serving glass) Directions  For all three variations 1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. 2. Stir until well chilled and strain into a cocktail/coupe glass. 3. Add garnish if recipe calls for it. 📧Get in touch: [email protected]  🍸Follow us:  - VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/ - Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/   - Joel: https://www.instagram.com/jay_roseh/ - The Richardson: https://www.instagram.com/therichardsonnyc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.