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This classic Manhattan cocktail is just what you need for a romantic Valentine’s Day! Made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in less than 5 minutes.
Why you’ll love this classic cocktail!
If you know me by now, you know I love a good cocktail.
I was strictly a gin girl until my husband started drinking bourbon. At first, I had no interest in his newfound love until I learned to appreciate the wonders of Manhattan. Now I know this drink is made with rye (the classic way) and not bourbon, but it’s close enough, so the story still applies.
I like my Manhattans made with either bourbon or rye, but since I’m trying to keep things vintage around here, we are going classic today.
Plus, I like to think Don Draper would appreciate my knowledge of how to keep things classic and delicious.
Now, it is essential to note that Manhattans is a more potent cocktail. Don’t drink too many, or they will sneak up on you!
Ingredients needed
- Rye
- Sweet vermouth
- Bitters
- Luxardo cherries
How to make a Manhattan cocktail
Do you know what’s so great about a Manhattan that goes beyond it and tastes delicious? How easy it is to make!
- Add ice to a shaker.
- Pour in Rye, vermouth, and bitters.
- Stir until cold.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with cherries.
How easy and delicious does this sound?
My Pro Tips
Recipe Tips
- Rye is the traditional spirit used in Manhattan, but bourbon can be used in its place.
- Use high-quality cherries such as Luxardo or Amarena for garnish.
- Make sure your vermouth is fresh. It is a fortified wine that can lose quality as it sits.
- Swap up the flavors of the bitters by trying orange, chocolate, or cherry.
More cocktail recipes
Classic Manhattan Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2-½ ounces rye
- ¾ ounce sweet vermouth
- 3 drops bitters
- 3 jarred Luxardo cherries
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker half way with ice and add in rye, sweet vermouth and bitters.
- Top the shaker and gently shake.
- Pour into cocktail glass and serve with cherries.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
You guys are too cute! Keep the videos coming 🙂
I went straight for the outtakes, hahaha. Love this ladies!
Hahaha! Love it! I watched the video on Gina’s blog and loved it but I have to say the outtakes are priceless.
I was strictly a gin girl for years but now I love a manhattan and I love it with rye
I used to be a gin girl too, but now I’m pretty much an anything with alcohol girl! I’d love it if you would link up to Tipsy Tuesday at https://www.greyisthenewblack.com/oh-my-mai-tai/ – Also loved the video!!
AhHaHa! Cheers, Bitch! Loved the video!
I love a good Manhattan and good on you for sourcing some great cherries! I have a good friend who was all things vodka and turned up her nose at bourbon. Know what first changed her tune? Trying the foods I make with bourbon in them…she loved them and has since enjoyed many a great bourbon cocktail with me too. Her bourbon and Coke days are finally behind her. 🙂
Cute video too; I sort of want to go there but not sure I’m up to prime time; means getting out of jammies to work right? 🙂
I shouldn’t admit to this but I might be wearing super leggings and slippers out of frame…haha. You should totally do it!
“And because I’m super fancy, I skewered my cherries.” haha I love the video. So not only are the photos wonderful on your blog but now I’m falling in love with Kick Sass Kitchen!
love love love kick sass kitchen! and cannot wait to see what’s next
I do love me some girly drinks, though this one may be a bit on the knock-me-on-the-floor-type (I guess I am a lightweight, lol.) Cannot wait to try this!