February 2, 2018 | POSTED IN

The Manhattan

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The Manhattan, that three-part libation composed of whisky, vermouth, and bitters, is a ‘go-to’ cocktail for many.

The traditional Manhattan calls for rye and sweet vermouth, although bourbon is sometimes substituted for a sweeter cocktail. The ‘Perfect’ Manhattan calls for a fifty-fifty blend of sweet and dry vermouth for a slightly drier feel.

This is a recipe for the Sidewinder Manhattan, named because we call for our single batch Sidewinder California Straight Rye Whiskey and Sidewinder Sweet Vermouth. Our Rye, which is a carefully chosen blend of malted rye and barley, and our Sidewinder Sweet  vermouth make what we believe is the perfect Manhattan.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Sidewinder Straight Rye (or our Sidewinder Bourbon if you still have some)
  • 1 oz Sidewinder sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Luxardo cherry or slice of dried orange for garnish

Directions

To a mixing glass, add the whisky, vermouth, and bitters. Fill with ice and stir. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Add garnish and serve.

PURCHASE SIDEWINDER RYE (California, Nebraska, Alaska, and District of Columbia only)