Ingredients:

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey (Historically made with rye, but I prefer bourbon)
  • 1 oz sweet vermouth
  • 4-6 drops Angostura bitters  (Most recipes call for dashes, but I prefer just a few drops from a dropper)
  • Luxardo cherry, for garnish

Crafting the Elixir:

  1. Chill the Glass: Begin by chilling a martini or coupe glass, either with ice or a brief stint in the freezer.
  2. Assemble the Blend: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of bourbon or rye whiskey, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 4-6 drops of Angostura bitters.
  3. Stir and Strain: Stir the mixture well with ice, ensuring a perfect melding of flavors. Strain it into your chilled glass.
  4. Final Touch: Garnish your concoction with a Luxardo cherry, adding a subtle sweetness to the mix.

Sip and Savor:Imbibe slowly, relishing the meticulously balanced medley of bourbon or rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and the aromatic touch of Angostura bitters. Each sip unfolds a chapter in the story of this timeless Classic Bourbon Manhattan. Cheers to simplicity and sophistication!