Manhattan

 

One of the most delicious cocktails, and also a classic, is the Manhattan. This cocktail is sweeter than an Old Fashioned, and has a citrusy twist as well.

 
 
Manhattan
 
 

Elements

2-1/2 Ounces Bourbon

3/4 Ounce Sweet Vermouth

Dash of Angostura Bitters

1 Maraschino Cherry

1 Twisted Orange Peel

Ice

Directions

  1. Fill a shaker with ice and add bourbon, vermouth and bitters; gently shake.

  2. Place a cherry into a chilled double old-fashioned glass and strain whiskey mixture over the cherry.

  3. Rub the orange peel around the edges of the glass (to release the oils) and drop it into the glass; serve.

 
 

xo, Melissa

 
BourbonMelissa ChildressBitters, Rye, Vermouth