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The Essential Manhattan

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  • Makes2 Servings
By Chatelaine
manhattan cocktail garnished with sweet maraschino cherries on a grey-stone counter.

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This strong, subtly bitter and herbaceous cocktail calls for just four ingredients: rye whiskey (or bourbon), sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters.

Ingredients

  • 4 oz rye

  • 2 oz sweet vermouth

  • 4 drops Angostura bitters

  • Lemon peel twist or maraschino cherries, for garnish

Instructions

  • Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.

  • Add 4 oz rye, 2 oz sweet red vermouth and 4 drops Angostura Bitters.

  • Cover and shake vigorously until very cold. Strain into 2 coupe glasses.

  • Garnish with a twist of lemon peel or a few maraschino cherries.

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