Brooklyn

Originally made with the notorious original Amer Picon, the Brooklyn is really one of the all-timers that has been underrated because one of its main ingredients is now a shadow of itself. One made with the new version is distinctly unmemorable, as the current Amer is a watered down disappointment. Fortunately, we have heroes like David Wondrich who do orange bitters tastings and determine what is the best substitute for the original Amer Picon (which he has tried). The winner was Amaro CioCiaro, and it's pretty delicious.

2 oz Rye
3/4 oz Dry Vermouth
1/4 oz Amaro CioCiaro
1/4 oz Maraschino

Combine all ingredients in an ice filled glass and stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Scofflaw

Dry vermouth fans are a dying breed, but this classic may help recruit some new ones. This is also a great drink for rye fans looking for a change of pace.

1 oz Rye
1 oz Dry Vermouth
1/4 oz Lemon Juice
1 dash Grenadine (homemade)
1 dash Orange Bitters

Combine ingredients in an ice-filled glass and stir for 15-20 seconds. Strain into an empty, chilled rocks (or cocktail) glass.

Enjoy.

Martini

This is the proper martini recipe, Winston Churchill be damned. Make sure to measure properly, as the wrong proportions can ruin your evening.

1 1/2 oz Gin
1 1/2 oz Dry Vermouth
1-2 Dashes Orange Bitters (Angostura Orange)

Combine in an ice-filled glass and stir gently for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

Note: If one insists, the proportion of gin to vermouth may be lowered to 2:1, though any further and the drink is no longer a martini, but an entirely different beast.

Enjoy.

Algonquin

This drink was created at the Algonquin Hotel in the 1930s, and it's a real find that balances the sweetness of the pineapple juice nicely. A great rye drink for people who like martinis.

1 1/2 oz Rye
3/4 oz Dry Vermouth
3/4 oz Pineapple Juice

Combine in an ice-filled glass and shake for 10-15 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a Maraschino cherry.

Enjoy.