With the addition of the sweet vanilla and herbal complexity of Benedictine liqueur, this drink is like a Manhattan cocktailNamed after KC’s infamous political boss Tom Pendergast, this cocktail’s formula and character have made it a local classic.
• 1 1/2 oz Rieger's Kansas City Whiskey
• 3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth (we use Dolin)
• 1/2 oz Benedictine
• 3 Heavy dashes Angostura Bitters
• Long lemon twist
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass and stir until cold and properly diluted. Strain into a cold rocks glass. Garnish with a long lemon twist.
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