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Classic Manhattan
Ingredients
- 1 ounce vermouth
- 2 1/5 ounces bourbon
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
- 2 fresh cherries
The retro revival of this classic cocktail from the 1800s is made with small batch super premium bourbon and high quality ingredients. A perfect drink to relax with after a day at the office.
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Preparation
- Fill a short glass 2/3 full with ice.
- In a cocktail shaker combine vermouth, bourbon and bitters. Shake well until mixed and chilled.
- Pour mixture into the glass.
- Squeeze juice from on cherry into cocktail.
- Garnish with the other cherry.
