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Two manhattan cocktails in coupe glasses garnished with a cherry.
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Classic Manhattan

This tutorial will guide you through how to make a Manhattan, the classic whiskey cocktail featuring vermouth and bitters.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 129kcal
Author: Sarah Trenalone

Equipment

Ingredients

  • Dash bitters
  • ¾ ounce sweet vermouth
  • 1-½ ounces rye
  • cocktail cherry (optional)
  • ice

Instructions

  • Add bitters, sweet vermouth, and rye to a mixing glass (or cocktail shaker) filled with ice. Stir until chilled.
    Ingredients for manhattan cocktail being stirred inside small pitcher.
  • Strain cocktail mixture into chilled coups or martini glass.
    Optionally, garnish with a cocktail cherry.
    Pouring manhattan cocktail from strainer into coupe glass.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Potassium: 0.4mg | Sugar: 0.5g | Iron: 0.01mg