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The finished Manhattan garnished with a maraschino cherry on the white marble cooktop, ready to be enjoyed for its smooth, balanced taste

Manhattan Recipe

This Manhattan is a timeless cocktail that brings together the bold flavors of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and a hint of bitters. Perfect for an evening sip, this drink is traditionally served in a chilled cocktail glass and garnished with a maraschino cherry.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course cocktail
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 169 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail mixing glass
  • Stirring spoon
  • Strainer
  • Cocktail glass

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fluid ounces rye whiskey
  • ½ fluid ounce sweet vermouth
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • Garnish: 1 maraschino cherry

Instructions
 

  • Mix Ingredients: In a cocktail mixing glass, combine the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters.
    A cocktail mixing glass on the white marble cooktop with rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters, ready to be stirred for a classic Manhattan.
  • Add Ice: Add the ice cubes to the glass and stir until the mixture is well-chilled.
    Ice cubes being added to the mixing glass on the white marble cooktop. A spoon stirs the Manhattan mixture, chilling it and blending the flavors evenly.
  • Strain: Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.
    The well-chilled Manhattan being strained from the mixing glass into a chilled cocktail glass on the white marble cooktop, capturing the rich amber hue of the drink.
  • Garnish and Serve: Add a maraschino cherry for garnish. Sip and enjoy your Manhattan!