The El Jefe Perfect Manhattan

The El Jefe Perfect Manhattan by fireside

Ingredients:

2 oz Rye whiskey (I prefer Michter's or Sagamore Rye finished in Port barrels)                                     

• 1 oz of  Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth                                                                                                                                

• 3 dashes of “The Bitter Housewife” Orange Bitters                                                                                                                  

• Healthy bar spoon of Solerno Blood Orange or Mandarin Napoleon orange liqueur  

Glassware: Chilled Coup, Martini or Nick & Nora glass

Garnish: Cocktail cherry (just let it sit at the bottom of your glass)

Instructions:

Add ice, combine all ingredients in a mixing pitcher.

Stir with a bar spoon for about 25 - 30 seconds until well chilled.

Strain into chilled Coup, Martini or Nick & Nora glass. 

Music Pairing:  Brian Culbertson- On My Mind

The Oregon Man’s Note:

The ingredients in the El Jefe Perfect Manhattan are the key to achieving a truly “Perfect” Manhattan. Use the quality components I’ve listed—cut corners and you may find yourself disappointed.