Who doesn’t love a Manhattan? It is such a sophisticated drink, perhaps only topped by the illustrious Martini. Here I am offering two recipes for the price of none!  Both of these come from “How to mix, how to serve, 43 perfect drink recipes.”

I’ve had Manhattan’s in swanky lounges, fine cocktail parties, and even backpacking at 12,000 feet (thanks to backpacking partner, and sophisticated drunk Anton Zolaris.)  A fine drink for most occasions.

ordinary MANHATTAN

• 1 jigger  (1-1/2 oz.) Bourbon or rye
• 1/2 oz. Sweet vermouth
• Dash of Angostura bitters (optional)

Stir with cracked ice and strain into cocktail glass. Serve with cherry.

Now learn the experts secret. Just use the next recipe. You’ll see how this this simple switch in basic liquor improves the famous drink tremendously.

improved MANHATTAN

• 1 jigger (1-1/2 oz.) Southern Comfort
• 1/2 oz. dry vermouth
• Dash of Angostura bitters (optional)

Mix it like the regular recipe. But you’ll enjoy it much more. Just taste it. You’ll agree the improvement in flavor is really remarkable.