Preheat oven to 425 degrees. line a rimmed baking sheet and set rack inside, lay bacon flat. Spoon over half over the syrup on the bacon, bake 10-12 minutes, baste and bake another 5 to 10 minutes until just crisp. Let bacon rest out of the oven for 10 minutes before serving with the manhattan.

To make the manhattan, fill a large glass with ice and add all ingredients. Stir to combine and strain into serving glass. Garnish with maple candied bacon.