Manhattan

The Manhattan is a classic American cocktail.

Ingredients

• 1 shot Rye or Canadian whiskey
• 1/2 shot Sweet vermouth
• Angostura bitters

Garnishes

• Maraschino cherry

Glass

• Cocktail Glass

Instructions

1. Pour whiskey and vermouth over ice in a mixing glass
2. Add a dash of bitters
3. Stir and strain into a cocktail glass
4. Garnish with a cherry

Variations

• The Perfect Manhattan (half dry vermouth, half sweet vermouth)
• The ratio can be made sweeter or drier
• Brandy Manhattans are popular in some regions

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