Whiskey · Classic · IBA official recipe
Manhattan
A whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth and bitters.
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
- Technique
- Stirred
- Strength
- 27.6% ABV (estimated)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 5 min
The Manhattan is a sophisticated cocktail known for its rich flavor profile. It combines rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, resulting in a smooth and slightly sweet drink, perfect for classy evenings or celebratory toasts.
Ingredients
Method
Add the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and a dash of Angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
Rye Whiskey 50 ml1.7 oz5 cl Sweet Vermouth 20 ml0.7 oz2 cl Angostura Bitters 1 dashStir the mixture gently for about 20 to 30 seconds until well-chilled and slightly diluted.
Double strain the liquid into a chilled martini or cocktail glass.
Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve immediately.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
The story
The Manhattan first appeared in the 1860s, allegedly created at the Manhattan Club in New York City. It was popularized by the likes of Winston Churchill’s mother, who hosted a banquet at the club, and it has since become a staple in cocktail culture.
As commonly told; not independently verified.
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