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Not only is a Manhattan a classic cocktail, itâs quite a classy cocktail too.
And you should start off with our classic Manhattan recipe, which stays true with its use of rye whiskey. Â The world wonât come to an end if you substitute bourbon, and in fact thatâs the way a lot of bartenders make them in the Southern US â but it will taste a little sweeter than if you use rye.
There are a couple of steps here â the use of a mixing glass and straining the result â but this is also a very simple drink to make.
Saloonatic Tips for a Sophisticated Manhattan
- Stick to rye or Canadian whiskey
- Stirred, not shaken. Â Yes, itâs the anti-Bond cocktail. Â Shaking will make it cloudy.
- Stir it a good half minute or so to make sure it gets nice and chilled, and pour it into a chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients (for 1 drink)
To make one drink: Â 1 part = 1 cl = 1/3 oz.
- 5 parts Rye whiskey Or Canadian whiskey. If you’re not a purist you can use bourbon.
- 2 parts Sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
Instructions
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Pour the whiskey and vermouth over ice in a mixing glass
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Add the Angostura bitters and stir until chilled
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Strain into a chilled rocks glass or cocktail glass
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Garnish with a maraschino cherry
