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Perfect Brandy Manhattan

The Perfect Brandy Manhattan is a smooth and elegant variation of the classic whiskey Manhattan, substituting brandy and equal amounts of sweet vermouth and dry vermouth to make this Brandy Manhattan recipe a "perfect" Manhattan cocktail variation. Serve it straight up with a cherry garnish for a timeless presentation.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 83 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces brandy
  • ½ ounce dry vermouth
  • ½ ounce sweet vermouth
  • 1 dash angostura bitters
  • maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the brandy, the dry vermouth and sweet vermouth, and dash of bitters and stir for 20 to 30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a coupe or martini glass and garnish with the cocktail cherry.

Notes

  • The nutritional information reflects that the US Food and Drug Administration considers 1.5 ounces of liquor to be a single serving.
  • The teaching is that cocktails made with only liquor should be stirred with ice, and cocktails with fruit juices should be shaken.
  • This recipe makes a Perfect Brandy Manhattan, which has an equal amount of sweet vermouth and dry vermouth. For a classic Brandy Manhattan, omit the dry vermouth and use one full ounce of sweet vermouth. Or make both, and see which Manhattan cocktail variation you prefer!
  • Always use fresh vermouth, and keep it in the refrigerator. Although fortified wines like vermouth last longer than other wines, they will still oxidize and turn to vinegar after a few months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 83kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 1mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1IU (0%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 83

% Daily Value*

Calories 83kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 1mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1IU 0%
Calcium 1mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

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