Preakness

A Manhattan dressed for the races — rye, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and bitters. Richer and rounder than the standard, with a honeyed herbal finish.

Ingredients

• Rye Whiskey2 ounces
• Sweet Vermouth¾ ounce
• Bénédictine¼ ounce
• Angostura Bitters2 dashes
• Lemon Twist1 each

Directions

Stir rye, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and Angostura with ice until cold. Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Notes

Documented in Ted Saucier's 1951 'Bottoms Up'. The Bénédictine is what separates it from a plain Manhattan.