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Manhattan

A Manhattan combines whiskey warmth with the rounded sweetness and herbs of vermouth. The result is rich, aromatic and strong, but softer around the edges than an Old Fashioned. It suits slow drinking and savoury food such as duck or steak; choose it over a Whiskey Sour when you want no citrus acidity.

SweetSpicyHerbal

APPROX. ABV: 28%
STRENGTH: 5/5
DRINKABILITY: 3/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness3

Bitterness2

Sourness0

Strength5

Body4

Drinkability3

Fruity1

Herbal3

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: House garnish

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

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Duck

02Steak

03Aged cheese

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

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