The Manhattan has been around since the late 1800s and it's a cinch to make. Take 2 oz. of whiskey, 1 oz. of imported sweet vermouth and a couple of dashes of Angostura Bitters. Stir with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. To finish, garnish with a cherry that you've marinated in bourbon and sugar, or use gourmet maraschino cherries. Try to avoid the cheaper maraschino cherries that have artificial flavoring and coloring, DeGroff says.
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