Ideal Manhattan Recipe
Makers Mark, St. Germain, Rosso Antico Vermouth, Angostura & Grapefruit Bitters
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Ingredients
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Alcoholic Ingredients
Bitters
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Chill the Glass
Start by chilling a cocktail glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the drink.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of Makers Mark Bourbon, 1 oz of St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, and 1 oz of Rosso Antico Vermouth.
- 3
Add Bitters
Add 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters and 2 dashes of Grapefruit Bitters to the mixing glass.
- 4
Stir the Mixture
Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
- 5
Strain into Glass
Discard the ice water from the chilled cocktail glass. Using a strainer, pour the mixture into the glass.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a twist of orange or a slice of grapefruit peel. Serve immediately.


