Classic Manhattan Cocktail
Indulge in timeless sophistication with the Classic Manhattan Cocktail, a perfect blend of smooth rye whiskey, rich sweet vermouth, and aromatic Angostura bitters. This iconic cocktail, renowned for its balance of flavors, is stirred to perfection over ice and elegantly served in a chilled glass. Finished with a maraschino cherry and a bright twist of orange peel, each sip offers a refined interplay of sweetness and spice. Ready in just five minutes, this Manhattan recipe is ideal for impressing guests or savoring a moment of classic elegance. Elevate your cocktail game with this easy-to-make, yet endlessly stylish drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 1 oz Sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Maraschino cherry
- 1 twist Orange peel
Instructions
Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of rye whiskey, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
Step 2: Fill the mixing glass with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Step 3: Stir the mixture thoroughly for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
Step 4: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
Step 5: Garnish the cocktail with a maraschino cherry.
Step 6: Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink by twisting it, then add the peel to the cocktail as a final garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 13 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
