Manhattan Cocktail

I was given many years ago the recipe for 'the perfect Manhattan' as follows: 2 oz. 100 proof bourbon (like Jeremiah Weed), 1 oz. extra dry Vermouth, 5 drops bitters, 1-2 Maraschino cherries plus 1 teaspoon cherry juice. Serve over ice or not. You won't order it 'out' as others will not be as good.

This is a true classic- bracing for sure but yummy all the same.

Been a favorite for almost 30 years.

Classic indeed! I prefer to use bourbon. While I don't typically enjoy sweet cocktails, this one straddles the fence between sweet and smoky....

Great classic! Thank you for saying STIR...never SHAKE....it ruins the whiskey! We love it with bourbon.

My favorite drink. I do not care for it with Bourbon though. I usually use a Canadian whiskey. It's strong, so I avoid serving it to novice drinkers or those who like sweet drinks.

You have to have a basic understanding of vermouth before diving into this recipe. This recipe is fabulous (5 Star) using a good sweet vermouth. Those preferring drinks on the sweeter side can even bump that up towards a fullThe alternate recipe from Martha is also fabulous, but using dry vermouth makes it something other than a true Manhattan. There are also other high quality red vermouth on the market now

Yummy!

I added a tsp of cherry juice and a little more vermouth. Delicious!

Outstanding libation of the soul!

Great recipe and this for someone who likes a strong drink. 1oz vermouth will soften it and slightly more than 1oz will be the perfect way your wife will like it. Luxardo cherries are a must. Don’t go too cheap on your rye choice either and a great drink this will be.

Good!

A classic recipe! I like to use Rittenhouse or Bulleit Rye. Dolin sweet vermouth is very good.