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Classic Manhattan

A Manhattan is a classic, elegant cocktail that takes only 5 minutes to make, with just 3 ingredients. Featuring whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, it's a strong, simple drink that goes down smooth and easy!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 273 kcal
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 ounces bourbon whiskey or use rye whiskey
  • 1½ ounces sweet vermouth
  • 2 dashes angostura bitters
  • Orange peel and Luxardo cherry for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Add the bourbon, vermouth, and bitters to a cocktail shaker with ice and stir for 15 second to chill.
  2. Add a large ice cube to a rocks glass and strain the Manhattan into the glass. Rub the orange peel around the rim of the glass and then garnish with the orange peel and cherry. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 273kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Sodium 5mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cocktail

Amount Per Serving

Calories 273

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 273kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Sodium 5mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.