Classic

Perfect Manhattan

Name: Perfect Manhattan
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Rye whiskey; 15 ml Sweet vermouth; 15 ml Dry vermouth; 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

60 ml Rye whiskey
15 ml Sweet vermouth
15 ml Dry vermouth
2 dashes Angostura bitters

Preparation

Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnish

Cherry

Origin story

The Perfect Manhattan, which combines both sweet and dry vermouth, is believed to have gained popularity in the late 19th century in New York City. Its name reflects the balance of flavors, appealing to those who enjoy a more nuanced take on the traditional Manhattan.