Classic Manhattan with Maraschino Cherries
Why is the Manhattan such a romantic classic? Let us count the reasons. There’s the glamorous-sounding name (“I’ll Take Manhattan!”). The lusciously grown-up taste (those bitters!). And the fact that both men and women seem to love the drink equally.
Serves 2
INGREDIENTS
- Ice cubes
- ½ cup blended whiskey, such as Seagram’s 7
- ¼ cup sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
- Maraschino cherries or 2 strips lemon zest, twisted, for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Fill a cocktail shaker (or a tall glass) halfway with ice. Add all the ingredients except the garnish.
- Shake (or stir well if you’re mixing the drink in a glass) for 15 to 20 seconds, then strain into two martini glasses.
- Garnish each glass with a maraschino cherry or lemon twist and serve.
