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Cognac is sweeter than the rye whiskey (or even bourbon) on which the Manhattan is classically based. Cognac is also usually slightly lower in alcohol...
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Marie-Therese Straus’ Avatar Marie-Therese Straus
21st November 2025 at 05:12
This was an excellent drink! I made it exactly as written except for the bitters. I've just bought a bottle of Bittermen's Spiced Cranberry bitters, saw those were recommended for Cognac/brandy drinks, and subbed it for Angostura. Delicious!
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Werd Bmocsil’s Avatar Werd Bmocsil
25th May 2025 at 03:08
Splendid!
Courvoisier VS, Carpano Antica, Martini & Rossi Extra Dry, plus Fee Bros. Orange Bitters and Turkish Tobacco Bitters
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John CARR’s Avatar John CARR
5th November 2024 at 14:14
Really delicious! Given the origins of cocktails in the US when cognac was the dominant spirit, before domestic whiskey greatly expanded, a brandy Manhattan is perfectly logical. As well as tasty. I added an orange spritz as well, orange butters could also work, depending on your ingredients. Even better is it warmed slightly. One to add to the repertoire.
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John CARR’s Avatar John CARR
5th November 2024 at 14:43
Recipe was also very amenable to combining vermouths for added complexity, e.g. I used up some slightly older and tired carpano and Rosso antico to good effect. … might be time to invest in a coravin..
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John Hinojos’ Avatar John Hinojos
11th March 2023 at 05:31
This a outstanding as an evening sipper. Very spirit-forward with just a hint of sweetness. Nice herbal tones. Was a lot drier than I was expecting based on the sweetness rating. Would definitely do again for a nightcap.
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8th January 2022 at 00:28
Very nice Manhattan. Used a little less Rosso Sweet Vermouth then called for as I didn't want too sweet of a Manhattan. Definitely will make it again. Would give it 9.23/10
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