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I had poured myself a glass of Martell VS, but after two sips decided it didn't convince me, and so started looking for a cocktail recipe to use what was left in my glass in. This became the Manhattan Island, and I'm drinking it as I'm watching the US 2026 midterms unfold, and enjoying both very much.

I love a Manhattan but had yet to try a brandy-based version. This was a delightful recipe! It's also one of the occasions I feel like being heavy-handed with the Angostura is a good choice; it brings out a depth to the brandy that might be too soft otherwise. Overall, a new favorite!

One year ago I mixed a batched Manhattan Island and aged it in a TEN30 barrel I've used to age multiple Manhattan variations. My version was made with Hennessy VSOP, Cocchi di Torino vermouth and Luxardo cherry liqueur.

Exquisite!

This was a great Manhattan. Loved the use of the cognac. Strong, but very well balanced. Perfect before dinner.

Really liked this grown up cocktail. A refreshing balance of flavours- great for winding down before dinner at the end of the week!

I used 1/4 shot of the Luxardo (hard to resist) and it was warm and strong. Perfect for New Years Eve 2022 !

Made with Cocchi Storico Vermouth Di Torino and just a couple of dashes of Angostura it was a deeply flavoursome, strong drink. Good to have after a hard day!