Manhattan
An essential cocktail in American bars for over a century.

1 1/2 oz. rye whiskey or bourbon
1/2 oz. sweet vermouth
Dash of bitters, if desired
Maraschino cherries

*Combine whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters in a mixing glass over ice.
 Shake or stir.
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with a cherry.

*Perfect Manhattan: use equal parts of sweet & dry vermouth.
Garnish with a lemon twist.