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Black Manhattan

Black Manhattan is better for deliberate sipping, built around bitter, rich and herbal. The mouthfeel is broad, weighty texture, and the overall impression is decidedly spirit-forward. It is better for deliberate sipping, though the exact serve can change its balance. The index points toward Duck or Aged cheese at the table; Fourth Regiment is the nearest place to continue exploring.

BitterRichHerbal

APPROX. ABV: 29%
STRENGTH: 5/5
DRINKABILITY: 2/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2

Bitterness4

Sourness1

Strength5

Body4

Drinkability2

Fruity0

Herbal4

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Whiskey

20 ml Modifier

Aromatic bitters

Method: Stir with ice and strain.
Glass: Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish: Classic garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Duck

02Aged cheese

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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