2 oz. Bourbon Whiskey

1 oz. Sweet Vermouth (not dry)

3 dashes Angostura Bitters (or orange bitters)

2-3 cocktail cherries (Luxardo)

A few drops of syrup from the cocktail cherries optional

Instructions

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add whiskey, Vermouth, bitters and cherry syrup (if using).

Shake for 90 seconds.  This is necessary to melt the ice to impart water into the drink.

Strain into a martini glass

Garnish with cherries.

Notes

The cherry syrup is not traditional but gives the cocktail a slightly sweeter flavor. Perfect if you like a little sweetness in your drink.  Never use dry vermouth for this drink, only good quality sweet vermouth.