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The Manhattan

1 & 1/2 ounces bourbon
1/2 ounce sweet vermouth
healthy dash bitters

The greatest cocktail of all time. Can be served either “up” or on the rocks. A stemmed maraschino cherry is optional. Rye whiskey may be substituted for bourbon, giving it a historical flavor. I recommend stirring rather than shaking, unless you enjoy crunching those tiny granules of ice.

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One Response to “The Manhattan”

  1. The Designated Drinker » Blog Archive » He’ll Take Manhattans, Too Says:
    January 15th, 2008 at 3:58 pm

    [...] Mr. Felten’s recipe is quite similar to my own: 2 oz rye whiskey or bourbon ¾ oz to 1 oz sweet vermouth 2 dashes Angostura bitters 2 dashes orange bitters [...]