At Thanksgiving [1], impress your foodie friends [2] with a sophisticated cocktail. A blend of sweet and dry vermouths and bourbon, the perfect turkey is a seasonal variation of the classic Manhattan [3]. The potent flavor of the whiskey will pair nicely with the rich appetizers [4]. Prepare a pitcher, shake and serve as guests arrive.

Have champagne on hand. Nicolas Feuillatte [5] has some lovely, affordable options [6]. For the meal pour a pinot noir [7]. To look at the recipe for the perfect turkey, .

Perfect Turkey [8]
From Bon Appetit [9]

Ingredients

1/4 cup Wild Turkey bourbon
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet vermouth
1 1/2 teaspoons dry vermouth
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice and nutmeg

Directions

1. Shake bourbon, sweet vermouth, and dry vermouth with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Serve in a Martini glass with a spice-sugared rim (mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice and nutmeg). Garnish with orange peel.

Makes 1 drink.

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