Manhattan
A bourbon-style Manhattan with a richer, rounder profile that leans into Meriwether’s dark fruit, oak, and spice.
Equipment
- Bar Tools: Mixing glass
- Jigger, bar spoon, julep strainer.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz / 45 ml Meriwether Bourbon
- 0.75 oz / 22 ml Sweet vermouth
- 2 Dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 Black cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Add Meriwether Bourbon, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters to a mixing glass.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice.
- Stir with a bar spoon for 25 to 30 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick and Nora glass.
- Garnish with a black cherry and serve.
Notes
Pro Tip: Use a quality sweet vermouth and keep it refrigerated after opening. The vermouth matters as much as the bourbon in this drink.