Manhattan
A sophisticated and warming classic cocktail, the Manhattan is a perfect blend of rye whiskey (or bourbon), sweet vermouth, and bitters, stirred and served straight up.
Chill your glass
Place a chilled coupe glass or martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink. This helps keep your Manhattan perfectly cold.
💡 Tips:
- •A well-chilled glass is crucial for this spirit-forward cocktail.
Combine ingredients
In a mixing glass, combine 2 ounces (60 ml) rye whiskey (or bourbon), 1 ounce (30 ml) sweet red vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters. Add 1 serving of ice to the mixing glass.
💡 Tips:
- •The choice of whiskey (rye for spice, bourbon for sweetness) significantly influences the final taste.
Stir the drink
Stir the mixture gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until well-chilled and properly diluted. The aim is to chill the drink without over-diluting it.
💡 Tips:
- •Stirring maintains the clarity and smooth texture of the Manhattan.
Strain and garnish
Discard the ice from your chilled glass. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Garnish with 1 maraschino cherry.
💡 Tips:
- •A high-quality maraschino cherry (like Luxardo) elevates the presentation and taste.
- 💡Adjust the whiskey-to-vermouth ratio to your preference; some prefer a drier Manhattan (less vermouth), others wetter.
- 💡For a 'Perfect Manhattan,' use half dry vermouth and half sweet vermouth.
- 💡Store opened sweet vermouth in the refrigerator to keep it fresh for longer.
- 💡Experiment with different bitters, such as orange bitters, for a nuanced flavor profile.
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