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Black Manhattan Recipe

BLACK MANHATTAN RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE A PERFECT COCKTAIL AT HOME 🖤

A sophisticated and bittersweet twist on the classic Manhattan, the Black Manhattan replaces sweet vermouth with Italian amaro, creating a rich, complex flavor. Perfect for cocktail evenings, celebrations, or cozy nights in.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 oz rye whiskey
  • 1 oz Averna or preferred amaro
  • 1–2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • Luxardo cherry or orange peel for garnish
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

In a mixing glass, combine rye whiskey, Averna, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters.

Add ice and stir for 20–30 seconds until chilled and slightly diluted.

Strain into a chilled coupe or old-fashioned glass.

Garnish with a Luxardo cherry or a twist of orange peel.

 

Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.

Notes

Adjust the balance of whiskey and amaro to your taste.
For a smoother profile, try bourbon instead of rye.
Experiment with different amaros like Ramazzotti or Cynar.
Store pre-mixed Black Manhattans in the fridge for up to a week.

  • Author: Astrid
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stirred cocktail
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 (about 3.5 oz)
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 5 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0g

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