Sweet Manhattan

The classic Manhattan, with Maraschine Cherry Liqueur adds that extra something to this classic.
Sweet Manhattan

Ingredients

  • 1.5oz

    Bulleit Bourbon

  • 0.75oz

    Sweet Vermouth

  • 0.25oz

    Maraschino Liqueur

  • 2

    Dashes of Angostura Bitters

  • 1

    Maraschino Cherry (Garnish)

0 units of alcohol per serve

Equipment

  • 1

    Martini Glass

  • 1

    Ice Scoop

  • 1

    Jigger

  • 1

    Bar Spoon

  • 1

    Tongs

  • 1

    Mixing Glass

  • 1

    Julep Strainer

Serves:
1

Method

  • Preparation
    1. Add all the ingredients to an ice-filled Mixing glass.
    2. Stir to mix, chill and dilute.
    3. Strain into a chilled Martini glass.
    4. Garnish with Maraschino Cherry.
  • Alcohol Content

    Alcohol content:

     17.4g per serve

Interesting facts

The spec for this drink can be tweaked to suit different palates by either creating the 'Sweet', 'Dry' or 'Perfect' Manhattan.

History of the drink

The Olean, New York, Sunday Morning Herald published a story in September 1882, and is believed to the earliest recorded written mention of the Manhattan. A combination of whisky, Vermouth and Bitters only recently became popular following a statement from the same article regarding the name of this mixture. 'It went under numerous titles - Manhattan Cocktail, Turf Club Cocktail, and Jockey Club Cocktail'.