Manhattan

Rye and sweet vermouth, stirred down and served up with a cherry.

Category

Cocktails

Glassware

Coupe

ABV

28-32%

Flavour

Rich, Spiced, Sweet

Key ingredients

• Rye whisky
• Sweet vermouth
• Angostura bitters
• Maraschino cherry

How to make it

Combine 2 oz rye whisky, 1 oz sweet vermouth and 2 dashes Angostura bitters in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for about 20 seconds until cold and silky. Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a maraschino cherry on a pick.

Flavour profile

Rich, Spiced, Sweet

Origin & history

New York City, 1870s, reputedly at the Manhattan Club.

Serve it in

Coupe

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