Manhattan

A stirred cocktail made with Rye or Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, served in a coupe or nick & nora glass.

• Stirred
• Coupe or Nick & Nora
• Whiskey
• #10 most essential

Ingredients

• 2 ozRye or Bourbon
• 1 ozSweet Vermouth
• 2 dashesAngostura Bitters
• GarnishMaraschino Cherry

How to make a Manhattan

1. Add 2 oz Rye or Bourbon, 1 oz Sweet Vermouth, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters to a mixing glass.
2. Fill with ice and stir for 20–30 seconds, until well chilled and properly diluted.
3. Strain into a coupe or nick & nora glass.
4. Garnish with maraschino cherry.

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