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Servings: 2 people

Manhattan

Discover timeless elegance with our Manhattan cocktail recipe that combines bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters. Learn the history behind this iconic cocktail and find the perfect companion for your special moments and culinary experiences.
Author: Thomas Tranegaard Nielsen
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Alcohol, Cocktails, Party, usa, Whiskey
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 1 minute

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail strainer
  • 1 Cocktail shaker

Ingredients

  • 6 cl Bourbon Jim Beam black label or Makers Mark
  • 3 cl Vermouth sweet
  • 2 splashes Angostura Bitters
  • 1 pcs. cherry maraschino cherry - for garnish
  • Ice Cubes

Instructions

  • Add ice and water to a martini glass - to chill it!
  • Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  • Add 5 cl bourbon and 2.5 cl sweet vermouth to the mixing glass.
  • Add a few drops of angostura bitters.
  • Stir well for about 30 seconds to mix the ingredients and chill them.
  • Empty the martini glass of ice and water.
  • Strain the mixture into the glass.
  • Garnish with a maraschino cherry in the glass.