Manhattan
Cocktail Recipe
Fruity
Rich
Herbal
It’s raining outside. You duck into a low-lit bar. Jazz is playing. You order a Manhattan: whisky, vermouth, and bitters. Born in an age of glamour, it arrives deep amber and perfect. Sophistication in a glass.
Ingredients
- BourbonWe recommend Bulleit Bourbon50ml
- Sweet vermouth25ml
- Angostura bitters
- Maraschino cherry
- Ice
Number of servings
01
Equipment
- Coupe glass
- Mixing glass
- Spoon
- Cocktail strainer
- Skewer
Bartender tip: Stir, don’t shake. Stirring chills the Manhattan without clouding its rich, amber hue.

Method
Step 01
Pour
In a mixing glass filled with ice, pour in the bourbon, and sweet vermouth.
Step 02
Add
Add two dashes of bitters. Stir the mixture and strain into a coupe glass.
Step 03
Garnish
Garnish with a skewered cherry.
Recommended whiskies for a Manhattan
We’ve selected some exceptional whiskies to elevate your Manhattan. Bulleit Bourbon brings an elegant richness which compliments the vermouth. For a modern twist, try Johnnie Walker Blue Label or The Singleton 12 Year Old for a rich, fruity depth.
A Manhattan is more than a cocktail, it’s a statement. Bold, refined, and timeless, it reminds us to savour the moment and embrace classic simplicity.
A Manhattan is more than a cocktail, it’s a statement. Bold, refined, and timeless, it reminds us to savour the moment and embrace classic simplicity.
