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Manhattan

A traditional favorite finding new fans everyday. Try one of the recipes below or create your own version of a "perfect" Manhattan.

Dry
1 1/2-2 oz. Canadian whisky
1/4 - 1/2 oz. dry vermouth 
Dash Angostura bitters (optional) 
Lemon peel

Mix all ingredients with plenty of ice in a mixing glass or a pitcher and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Twist lemon peel over drink and drop into glass.

Old Fashioned
1 1/2 oz. Canadian whisky
1 1/2 oz. sweet vermouth 
Maraschino cherry  

Mix all ingredients with cracked ice in a mixing glass or pitcher and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with lemon peel or maraschino cherry.   

Perfect Top
1 1/2-2 oz. Canadian whisky
1/2 oz. sweet vermouth 
1/4 oz. dry vermouth 
Dash Angostura bitters (optional)
Lemon Peel or maraschino cherry

Mix all ingredients with plenty of ice in a mixing glass or a pitcher and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Twist lemon peel over drink and drop into glass 

 

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