Contemporary Manhattan

• 3 ounces Woodford Reserve 90-proof bourbon
• 1 1/2 ounces Dolin Rouge sweet vermouth
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 3 brandied cherries, for garnish

1. Pour the bourbon, vermouth, and bitters into a mixing glass.
2. Add large cold ice cubes and stir for 40 revolutions.
3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with the cherries.
5. Dominant Flavors: bourbon all over
6. Body: full, with high alcohol content
7. Dryness: dry
8. Complexity: low to medium
9. Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: bitters working well with botanicals from sweet vermouth
10. Finish: short, dry with sweet corn and slight vanilla overtones
11. Glass: cocktail

bourbon, bitters, brandied cherries

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/contemporary-manhattan-390756 (may not work)