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A Manhattan in a coupe glass with a brandy cherry garnish
Kristen Stevens

Classic Manhattan Cocktail

This classic Manhattan is smooth, rich, and easy to make with just three ingredients: whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters. I usually make mine with rye whiskey for a more traditional flavor, but bourbon works beautifully if you prefer a slightly sweeter drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail

Ingredients  

  • 2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon
  • 1 ounce sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 brandied cherry to garnish

Method
 

  1. Add the rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters to a cocktail mixer or jar, then add a handful of ice. Stir until cold.
    2 ounces rye whiskey, 1 ounce sweet vermouth, 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    Recipe instruction photo: making a classic manhattan cocktail
  2. Stir until cold, then strain into a coupe glass or Nick & Nora glass and garnish with a brandied cherry on a cocktail skewer.
    1 brandied cherry
    Recipe instruction photo: a manhattan cocktail in a coupe glass with a brandied cherry garnish and a bottle of rye on the side.
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