sweet Manhattan

 

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

 
 
Manhattan
 
 

Elements

2 OUNCES RYE, BOURBON, OR BLENDED CANADIAN WHISKEY

1 OUNCE SWEET VERMOUTH

2-3 DASHES ANGOSTURA BITTERS

LEMON TWIST AND/OR BRANDIED CHERRY

ICE

Directions

  1. Add the rye, bourbon, or whiskey, vermouth, and bitters to a cocktail shaker with ice and vigorously shake; strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

  2. Run the lemon peel around the rim, twist it over the drink, and drop it in; or add the brandied cherry with/in lieu of the peel.


 
 

x, Melissa

 
BourbonMelissa ChildressBitters, Rye, Vermouth