Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRomano's Macaroni GrillWoodford Reserve Perfect Manhattan Recipe

Woodford Reserve Perfect Manhattan Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

woodford reserve bourbon, sweet & dry vermouth, dash of angostura bitter, cherry garnish

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice water. Let it sit while you prepare the drink.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, add 2 oz of Woodford Reserve Bourbon, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 1 oz of dry vermouth.

  3. 3

    Add Bitters

    Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the mixing glass. This adds depth and complexity to the drink.

  4. 4

    Mix the Drink

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

  5. 5

    Strain into Glass

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

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with a single Maraschino cherry placed on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your Woodford Reserve Perfect Manhattan!

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