Old school “perfect Manhattans” C.C., Martini and Rossi vermouths, angostura bitters. Standing in a shaker, do not shake! Chilled martini glass, two cherries if I’m entertaining.
Or brandy, rocks. For simple travel.
Grey goose in the freezer when at home, twist.
Or
The “General Sternwood” from “The Big Sleep”
“Champagne cold as Valley Forge with two or three ponies of brandy under it.” They are exquisite but, lethal! Not for the faint of heart or anyone driving! Breast rule applies (one is not enough but, three are too many)