Basic Manhattan

• 2 parts rye
• 1 part vermouth
• dash of bitters (optional)
• cherry for garnish

Mix with ice.  Strain into frosted glass.  Garnish with cherry.

Traditional Martini

• 2 parts dry gin
• 1 part dry vermouth
• olive for garnish

Mix with ice (cracked, not shaved or crushed).  Martini should be as chilled as possible.  Strain into frosted glass.  Garnish with olive.  Note:  Current trends can switch ratio to a bare whisper of vermouth...for best results, use Martini Mister.)

Basic Margarita

• 2 parts tequila
• 1 part triple sec
• 1 part fresh lime juice
• ice
• coarse salt
• lime wedge
• lime slice

Rub rim of glass with lime wedge, dip into salt, shake off excess.  Shake well with ice.  Strain into frosted, salt-rimmed glass.  Garnish with lime slice.