Classic Manhattan recipes

Dry Manhattan

A bone dry Manhattan for those with dry palates. If you like Dry Martinis then be sure to try one of these.

Perfect Manhattan

The medium-dry version of the classic Manhattan cocktail.

Sweet Manhattan

I must confess to preferring my Manhattans served Sweet, or Perfect at a push. The Manhattan is complex, challenging and moreish. Best of all, it's available

Not So Perfect Manhattan

Not so imperfect – indeed this is one of the most delicious Manhattans I've had the pleasure of drinking.

High Ryeser

With thanks to Bob Cook, a Discerning Drinker, who on 27th October 2020 left a comment with the recipe for this delicious high-proof whiskey, equal parts

Petite Manhattan

A bite-sized Sweet Manhattan.

Fourth Regiment

For this vintage Manhattan riff, I've used two (aromatic and celery) of the three styles of bitters stipulated for this cocktail by Charles H. Baker along

Portobello Star Manhattan

Rye based (originally Jim Beam) perfectly served with dry vermouth and Antica Formula

Manhattan Island

A twist on the classic Harvard, or brandy-based Sweet Manhattan.

Matejcek Manhattan

A rye-based Perfect Manhattan with an optional lift from maraschino syrup.

Red Manhattan

The tannins from the splash of red wine add complexity and depth of flavour to this Sweet Manhattan.

Reverse Manhattan

This Reverse Sweet Manhattan is a delicious aperitivo while a regular Sweet Manhattan is more a late-night affair.

Metropolitan

A Cosmo with more than a hint of blackcurrant.

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Manhattan (Sweet)

I must confess to preferring my Manhattans served Sweet, or Perfect at a push. The Manhattan is complex, challenging and moreish. Best of all, it's available