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Classic Manhattan Cocktail

A Manhattan in a coupe glass with a brandy cherry garnish
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A classic Manhattan with rye, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters, stirred until ice cold. Use a fresh bottle of vermouth for the richest, smoothest drink, or swap in bourbon for a softer, slightly sweeter sip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail

Ingredients  

  • 2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon
  • 1 ounce sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 brandied cherry to garnish

Method
 

  1. Add the whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters to a mixing glass (or any sturdy glass or jar), then add a handful of ice.
    2 ounces rye whiskey, 1 ounce sweet vermouth, 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    Recipe instruction photo: making a classic manhattan cocktail
  2. Stir until cold (about 30 seconds), then strain into a coupe glass or Nick & Nora glass and garnish with a brandied cherry on a cocktail skewer.
    1 brandied cherry
    Recipe instruction photo: a manhattan cocktail in a coupe glass with a brandied cherry garnish and a bottle of rye on the side.

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Author: Kristen Stevens
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