Manhattan Recipe
house bourbon, bitters, sweet vermouth
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Chill the Glass
Begin by chilling your serving glass (preferably a coupe or martini glass) by filling it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing glass, add 2 ounces of bourbon, 1 ounce of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the mixing glass with ice, enough to chill and dilute the mixture effectively.
- 4
Stir the Mixture
Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
- 5
Strain into Glass
Discard the ice water from your serving glass and strain the chilled cocktail mixture into the glass.
- 6
Garnish the Cocktail
Garnish your Manhattan with a maraschino cherry and an orange twist. To create the twist, use a peeler or knife to cut a thin strip of orange peel, then twist it over the drink to release its oils before placing it on the rim.