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Classic Mixologist · Theodore Hawthorne IV

Manhattan

A bitter and herbal spirit-forward built around whiskey, with the classic proportions and service that make the Manhattan endure.

“The Manhattan rewards precision and exposes improvisation. Fortunately, you have the proper proportions.”
Manhattan cocktail served in a chilled coupe with cocktail cherry

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Manhattan works because rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method stirred, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time5 minutes
GlassChilled coupe
FinishCocktail cherry

Ingredients

  • 2 oz rye whiskey
  • 1 oz sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 cherry

Make it

  1. Stir with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled coupe.
  3. Garnish with a cocktail cherry.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.

KEEP THE BAR OPEN

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