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Classic Manhattan cocktail in a chilled coupe glass with amber whiskey color and a brandied cherry.

Classic Manhattan Cocktail

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A balanced stirred cocktail of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters finished with a brandied cherry.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Manhattan
  • 2 oz rye whiskey or bourbon
  • 1 oz sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  • 1 cup ice for stirring
  • 1 brandied cherry for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Chilled coupe glass

Method
 

Stir:
  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice. Add the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters.
  2. Stir smoothly for 20 to 30 seconds, until very cold and lightly diluted.
Strain and serve:
  1. Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick and Nora glass.
  2. Garnish with one brandied cherry and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 2mgSugar: 6g

Notes

  • A 2:1 whiskey-to-vermouth ratio is a classic starting point; adjust slightly for a drier or richer drink.
  • Avoid shaking a Manhattan, which can make the texture cloudy and overly aerated.