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Preakness Cocktail

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A preakness cocktail in a glass with a slice of orange in the glass

A Preakness cocktail is a delicious blend of spirits, orange juice, and sour mix. By all accounts, it’s simply a Manhattan variant. The following recipe is a simplified version but still very similar to the traditional recipe recorded in most cocktail books.  A Preakness cocktail, with its vibrant flavors and classic appeal, is perfect for sipping at horse races or enjoying at home with friends on race day!

Recipe adapted from David Wondrich

A preakness cocktail in a glass with a slice of orange in the glass
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Preakness Cocktail

A Preakness cocktail, with its vibrant flavors and classic appeal, is perfect for sipping at horse races or enjoying at home with friends on race day.
Prep Time2 minutes
Total Time2 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: preakness cocktail
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 oz straight'rye whiskey
  • 1 oz Martini & Rossi red vermouth
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters though some eary versions substitute 1/2 tsp Benedictine
  • orange slice for garnish

Instructions

  • Stir with cracked ice. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and twist a swatch of thin-cut lemon peel over the top.
  • Garnish with an orange slice, and enjoy immediately.

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