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Old Manhattan

The Old Manhattan is a timeless cocktail that combines the richness of whiskey with the sweetness of vermouth, balanced by aromatic bitters.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon
  • 1 ounce sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 Maraschino cherry for garnish
  • 1 orange twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Coupe or rocks glass

Method
 

  1. Chill your glass to keep your cocktail cool.
  2. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  3. Pour 2 ounces of rye whiskey or bourbon into the mixing glass.
  4. Add 1 ounce of sweet vermouth to the mixing glass.
  5. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  6. Stir the mixture with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds.
  7. Remove the ice from your chilled glass.
  8. Strain the mixture into the glass.
  9. Garnish with a Maraschino cherry and an orange twist.

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for garnishes, as they make a noticeable difference in flavor and presentation.