2dashesbitters (~¼ teaspoon)Angostura are traditional, I prefer Jack Rudy Aromatic bitters
2cocktail cherries
Instructions
Honey Simple Syrup:
Add the honey and water to a small pot. Heat over medium-low heat until the liquid is hot and beginning to steam. (There is no need to bring the syrup to a boil.)Remove syrup and set aside to cool. (I like to wait at least 10 minutes to avoid adding hot syrup to the drink.)
Store syrup in a glass jar (or airtight container) in the fridge. Use within a month. You should have enough syrup for 8 cocktails.
Honey Manhattan:
Add half an ounce of the honey simple syrup and 2 ounces rye to a cocktail shaker (or mixing glass) filled with ice. Stir until chilled.Add 2 dashes of bitters to a coupe glass. Strain the chilled rye mixture into the coupe glass.Garnish with two cherries, and serve immediately.