Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsFranklin CafeIdeal Manhattan Recipe

Ideal Manhattan Recipe

Inspired by Franklin Cafe
Time10m
Serves1

Makers Mark, St. Germain, Rosso Antico Vermouth, Angostura & Grapefruit Bitters

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Ingredients

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Alcoholic Ingredients

Bitters

Method

Preparation

  1. 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. 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. 3

    Add Bitters

    Add 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters and 2 dashes of Grapefruit Bitters to the mixing glass.

  4. 4

    Stir the Mixture

    Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.

  5. 5

    Strain into Glass

    Discard the ice water from the chilled cocktail glass. Using a strainer, pour the mixture into the glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with a twist of orange or a slice of grapefruit peel. Serve immediately.

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