Sebastian Tollius, beverage director of New York's Eleven Madison Park, joins us today to re-examine one of the world's most iconic cocktails: the Manhattan. More than 100 episodes have passed since we first covered this drink, and on this go-round, we're diving into both bourbon and rye recipes, modern interpretations, dubious histories, cocktail carts, and much, much more. Listen on, or read below, to learn Sebastian's Manhattan recipe(s) — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe!

Rye Manhattan Recipe

Ingredients

Angostura Bitters: 4 dashes (precision dasher) or 2 dashes in regular bottle
2 ½ ounces Michter’s rye
1 ounce Carpano Antica sweet vermouth
Garnish: brandied cherry

Directions

Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.
Stir until chilled.
Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora or coupe glass.
Garnish with a brandied cherry.

Bourbon Manhattan Recipe

Ingredients

Angostura Bitters: 6 dashes (precision dasher) or 3 dashes in regular bottle
2 ½ ounces Buffalo Trace
1 ounce Carpano Antica sweet vermouth
Garnish: brandied cherry

Directions

Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.
Stir until chilled.
Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora or coupe glass.
Garnish with a brandied cherry.

Bedford and Grand Recipe

Ingredients

2 dashes orange bitters
1 teaspoon Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur
½ ounce fino sherry
¾ ounce Barolo Chinato
2 ounces Michter’s rye
Garnish: lemon twist

Directions

Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.
Stir until chilled.
Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora.
Express and discard lemon twist.

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