Classic Manhattan Cocktail
The timeless king of whiskey cocktails. Spicy rye whiskey stirred with sweet Italian vermouth and Angostura bitters, garnished with brandied Luxardo cherries.
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Classic Manhattan Cocktail Ingredients
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Step-by-Step Directions
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Chill Coupe Glass
Fill a stemmed coupe glass with ice and cold water to chill while preparing your cocktail.
Combine Rye, Vermouth & Bitters
In a crystal mixing glass packed with solid ice cubes, combine 60 ml rye whiskey, 30 ml sweet red vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
Stir for Silky Dilution
Stir smoothly with a spiral bar spoon for 30 seconds until the mixture is ice cold and velvety, achieving the ideal dilution without aerating.
Strain & Garnish with Brandied Cherry
Dump the chilling ice from your coupe glass. Strain the crystal-clear ruby cocktail using a Julep strainer, express a swatch of orange peel over the surface, drop in a dark Luxardo cherry, and serve.