I absolutely love a good cocktail…especially during the holidays :) This Manhattan cocktail variation would be good anytime of year but it is extra pretty during the holidays when the twinkling lights of Christmas make everything a bit more beautiful and romantic.

Holiday Manhattan Cocktail RECIPE

THE INGREDIENTS -

• 2 ounces whiskey

• ½ ounce maraschino cherry juice

• ½ ounce cranberry juice

• ½ ounce sweet vermouth

• 2 dashes angostura bitters

• Fresh cranberries for garnish

• Fresh rosemary sprig for garnish

THE PREPARATION -

1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combined the whiskey, cherry juice, cranberry juice, vermouth and bitters. Shake a few times until combined.

2. Pour in a chilled glass and garnish with cranberries and rosemary.

3. Relax and enjoy with a good holiday movie and a fire if possible :)

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