June 16, 2019

My Version of the Perfect Manhattan

Happy Father’s Day. I thought I’d share my version of the perfect Manhattan. It’s all about the ingredients. 2 parts bourbon whiskey – Jefferson’s Reserve is my go to 1…

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Happy Father’s Day. I thought I’d share my version of the perfect Manhattan. It’s all about the ingredients.

2 parts bourbon whiskey – Jefferson’s Reserve is my go to
1 part sweet vermouth (red) – Antica Ricetta is my go to
1 or 2 dashes bitters – I’m currently using Peychaud’s which I found at Little Moos Gourmet Market in Cottonwood AZ
1 or 2 cherries – I’m currently using Woodford Reserve Bourbon Cherries

Put everything except the cherries into a shaker or bar glass with a few cubes of ice. Stir well using a bar spoon. DO NOT SHAKE!! Whiskey cocktails should be stirred, you only shake cocktails that contain fruit juice, cream, or syrups. Strain into a lowball glass and add cherries. A Manhattan is alternately served in a martini glass, but personally I prefer lowball glassware.

Some bars will put in cherry juice, but it does not need it IMHO so I don’t add it.

Cheers!! Have fun with us, living, loving, drinking, and traveling through life.

— Derek