Perfect Manhattan

Ice

• 2 ounces rye whiskey
• ½ ounce sweet vermouth
• ½ ounce dry vermouth
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 brandied or maraschino cherry or a lemon twist, for garnish (optional)

1. In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass filled with ice, combine the rye, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth and bitters. Stir until well chilled, about 30 seconds, then strain into a chilled Nick and Nora or coupe glass. Garnish with a cherry or lemon twist.