PERFECT BOURBON MANHATTANS

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When this classic cocktail was invented, in the late 1800s, it called for rye. Here, bourbon gets to be the star, and the combination of sweet and dry vermouth makes our version "perfect."

Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Time 5m

Yield Makes 2 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ounces (1/2 cup) bourbon
1 ounce (2 tablespoons) sweet vermouth
1 ounce (2 tablespoons) dry vermouth
2 dashes Angostura bitters
Garnish: maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with cracked ice, then add all ingredients and shake or stir well. Strain into 2 chilled Martini glasses.

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