Iconic whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth and bitters. This classic drink requires proper proportions and technique for balanced, sophisticated flavor.

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Fill a coupe glass with ice cubes and set aside to chill while preparing the cocktail
Add the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice
Stir the mixture gently but thoroughly for 30 seconds to chill and dilute properly
Empty the ice from the chilled coupe glass and strain the cocktail into the glass
Garnish with a maraschino cherry and express an orange peel twist over the drink if desired