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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 so cute! I want to drink with you!
Loved the video. Great job! I used to hate Mahattans and they grew on me over the years!
I love the video, y’all work so well together and I love “you can measure it out…or don’t” – so funny. I don’t think I’ve ever had a Manhattan, but that clearly needs to change.
Hooray for Kick Sass Kitchen – that is so fun! This video was great, and I could definitely use a Manhattan right now.
Love the video…. the official version AND the outtakes
I need to get my drink on. God knows I need a couple of drinks… Loving the crostini and the video. You guys rock, I could never get on front of the camera!!
Love, love, loved the video. And the outtakes were hilarious! Now, about that Manhattan… I need one. Right now.
Totally adorable video! I super need this cocktail this week (and it’s only Wednesday)!
Love the video! Your posts always make me laugh -even though I had to google don draper 🙂 I’m definitely a cocktail girl- mostly cosmos, but I’ll have to try a legit manhattan- you definitely made me curious!
THIS is my grandmoms drink! She enjoyed 2 at her 100th bday party and last year when she passed away suddenly at 102…after the service my dad led a toast to her and 45 of us raised our glasses…all Manhattan’s to honor her! Not a bad way to go out with everyone toasting to you with your favorite cocktail! PS She was a hell of a cook! Your video was awesome! Great job ladies!!