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About Manhattan

Mixologist Lino is very serious about getting the classic cocktail right. Like most things in life, it's best to start by getting the classics right then you can branch out into new territory from there. Learn once and for all why it matters if you shake or stir - a critical piece of info for all the martinis you'll ever make.

About Augusto Lino

"Lino," as his friends and loyal customers call him, is originally from Brazil and came to New York City several years ago before settling in the Boston area as bar manager at UpStairs on the Square. Bringing back the classics and adding a twist to them as well is Lino's style. He does a great job of showing us how to make quality drinks the correct way and sharing some cocktail lore while he's at it. And look how snazzy he looks in his jacket and tie!

Recipe

Ingredients

2-3/4 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
3/4 oz sweet vermouth
a few dashes Angostura bitters
Maraschino cherry to garnish

How-to

Fill a pint glass with ice
Add the bourbon or whiskey, the vermouth and the bitters
Stir the drink gently so the ice doesn't break up in the drink but stir well so the drink is nice and cold
Strain the drink into a chilled martini glass
Garnish with a Maraschino cherry