Some drinks try too hard. Overbuilt, over-sweetened, overthought. The Manhattan isn’t one of them. It’s simple. It’s deliberate. And when done right, it’s damn near perfect. But that’s the catch—when done right. Because with only a few ingredients, there’s nowhere to hide. Every choice matters. Every step shows. This isn’t just a cocktail. It’s a test of … [Read more...] about The Perfect Manhattan: No Gimmicks, No Shortcuts