Reviewed: Oct. 28, 2009

The classic Manhattan should be made with bitters.

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Reviewed: Sep. 25, 2009

I cut the vermouth to 1 to 4 ratio for my taste, but the bitters is a new one on me in a Manhattan. Great! It is now part of my repertoir.

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Reviewed: Sep. 25, 2009

Most bar Manhattans are much drier than this, which is a shame because the drink will taste and have a "nose" more like raw alcohol than any depth of flavor. There's a big difference in bourbons. For best flavor, use a straight aged bourbon, not a blend, which can be up to 70 percent grain neutral spirits. To get this drink in a bar, order a "sweet Manhattan" with a straight bourbon. And yes, a dash or two of bitters is essential!

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Uncle Ed's Nephew

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Reviewed: Sep. 25, 2009

This is my all time favorite winter cocktail.....I prefer it on the rocks rather than straight up and also use bitters and a little cherry juice. I've been known to add 3 cherries....these bourbon infused delights are the perfect end to a fabulous drink. Cheers!!

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Reviewed: Jul. 1, 2009

it tastes even better with Irish whiskey

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Kathleen

Home Town: Hillsdale, Michigan, USA

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Reviewed: May 1, 2009

This is the same recipe we use, though I sometimes add about 1/2 tbsp of juice from the jar of cherries.

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Bo Brinkman

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Home Town: Kansas City, Missouri, USA

Living In: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 31, 2008

WOW! My husband and I loved this...perfect ratio. We didn't change a thing, just chilled the glasses really well. Don't skip the bitters or the cherries, it adds to the great flavour.

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canadiancook

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Home Town: Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada

Living In: Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

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Reviewed: Apr. 10, 2006

Shaggy makes good drinks. This is a very good Manhattan.

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METALMOMMY

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Home Town: Union Beach, New Jersey, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 5, 2004

A classic! Don't skip the bitters - it really does add the perfect touch.

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Reviewed: Jun. 3, 2002

That Shaggy sure knows his drinks! This cocktail is a little sweet from the vermouth, but it packs a punch with all that liquor! The cherry makes a nice presentation, but I usually leave it out.

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