MANHATTAN

If you like it, try: Brooklyn, Vieux Carré, Black Manhattan. Brandied cherry, for garnish, such as Luxardo or Amarena Fabbri brand

Ice

2 dashes Angostura and/

or orange bitters 2 ounces rye or bourbon

whiskey

1 ounce sweet vermouth Twist of orange peel (for its oils; optional)

Chill a cocktail (martini) glass, adding the brandied cherry garnish.

Fill a mixing glass with ice, then add the bitters, whiskey and vermouth. Stir for 20 seconds, then strain into the chilled glass.

Twist the orange peel, if using, over the surface of the drink to express its oils, then discard it. Serves 1.