Description
Discover the classic elegance of the Manhattan Cocktail, a smooth blend of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, perfectly chilled and garnished to deliver timeless comfort in every sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Ice cubes
- Maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Fill Mixing Glass: Place plenty of ice cubes into a mixing glass to ensure the cocktail gets properly chilled during stirring.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in 2 oz of rye whiskey, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters over the ice.
- Stir Well: Stir the mixture thoroughly for about 30 seconds until the drink is well chilled and slightly diluted for balanced flavor.
- Strain Cocktail: Using a strainer, pour the chilled mixture into a pre-chilled cocktail glass to avoid warming the drink.
- Garnish: Place a maraschino cherry into the glass as a sweet, decorative finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Using rye whiskey accentuates a spicier profile, but bourbon can be used for a smoother, sweeter twist.
- Ensure the mixing glass is well chilled to maintain the cocktail’s temperature.
- Stirring rather than shaking preserves the silky texture of this classic cocktail.
- Customize the bitters by experimenting with orange or other aromatic bitters to vary the flavor profile.
