Step 1.
- Prepare a smoker or a small container with wood chips to create smoke.
Step 2.
- Fill a mixing glass with ice and add the bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters.
Step 3.
- Stir until well chilled, approximately 30 seconds.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
Step 5.
- Gently capture smoke in the glass using the smoker or a lid over the glass for a few moments.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a brandied cherry before serving.