MANHATTAN

This cocktail is traditionally served straight up in a martini glass or you could serve it on the rocks.

Manhattan

Makes 2

Ingredients

• 4 ounces Rye whiskey (the traditional choice but Bourbon is another option)

• 2 ounces Sweet Vermouth

• 4 dashes Angostura Bitters

• Orange Peel

• Black Cherries for Garnish

Directions

1. Add the whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters into a mixing glass with ice and stir for about 30 seconds until well-chilled (do not shake!).

2. Rub the orange peel around the rim of the cocktail glass.

3. Strain into a coupe martini glass or if you prefer on the rocks in a whiskey glass.

4. Garnish with the black cherries.

If you prefer to sweeten this drink up a little bit add a few drops of juice from the jar of black cherries..