Timeless Classic

Manhattan

Spicy rye whiskey married with botanical sweet vermouth and dark aromatic bitters, served ice-cold up.

Whiskey Stirred Served up (no ice in glass) 3 min · 30% ABV

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🎩 The Speakeasy Spec Full Craft Bar

Garnish: Dark brandied cherry on a brass pick

Rye Whiskey 60 ml
Sweet Vermouth 30 ml
Aromatic Bitters 2 dashes

Preparation

Add rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and aromatic bitters to a mixing glass filled two-thirds with ice.
Stir steadily for 30 seconds until well chilled without clouding the clarity.
Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a skewered dark cherry.

🏠 Easy Home Version Everyday Ingredients

Home Shortcut: Out of sweet vermouth? Simmer or stir smooth red wine with honey and a pinch of warm spice for an instant fortified stand-in.

Whiskey or Bourbon 60 ml
Red Wine (or ruby port) 22.5 ml
Honey or Sugar Syrup 7.5 ml
Aromatic Bitters 2 dashes

At-Home Steps

Stir red wine and honey together in a glass with ice until blended, then add whiskey and bitters.
Stir briskly for 25 seconds until frosty cold.
Strain through a small kitchen sieve into a chilled stemmed glass.

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How do you make Manhattan at home with everyday ingredients?

Out of sweet vermouth? Simmer or stir smooth red wine with honey and a pinch of warm spice for an instant fortified stand-in. Ingredients: 60 ml Whiskey or Bourbon, 22.5 ml Red Wine (or ruby port), 7.5 ml Honey or Sugar Syrup, 2 dashes Aromatic Bitters. Steps: Stir red wine and honey together in a glass with ice until blended, then add whiskey and bitters. Stir briskly for 25 seconds until frosty cold. Strain through a small kitchen sieve into a chilled stemmed glass.

What is the full craft bar specification for Manhattan?

Manhattan (Whiskey, 30% ABV) is prepared stirred with served up (no ice in glass) and garnished with dark brandied cherry on a brass pick. Ingredients: 60 ml (2 oz) Rye Whiskey, 30 ml (1 oz) Sweet Vermouth, 2 dashes (2 dashes) Aromatic Bitters.