this Classic Manhattan Cocktail That’s it: classic. Perfect for tasting with friends and loved ones before, during or after a meal. Or when you’re looking for a special drink for a special occasion.

You can’t go wrong with a perennial favorite, the classic Manhattan.

It’s delicious and definitely good for sipping. We love to make a batch during the holidays, but we love it year-round!

How to Make a Classic Manhattan

Now, if you want to see how easy it is to make this classic Manhattan cocktail recipe…you’re in luck!

Sit back, watch, laugh…then make a Manhattan!

The History of the Classic Manhattan Cocktail

The Manhattan cocktail has been around for generations.

Legend has it that the drink was first served at the Manhattan Club in New York City in the early 1870s. It was reportedly served at a banquet hosted by Winston Churchill’s mother for then-presidential candidate Samuel J. Tilden.

Rumor has it that the drink became so popular that people started requesting it and calling it the name of the establishment that served it: Manhattan. The fact that Mrs Churchill was actually pregnant and in France makes the story suspicious, but still…it’s still a story about the notorious drink.

The drink was most likely invented by a New York City bartender in the 1800s and is named for its city of origin.

Learn more about the history of this iconic drink tasting cocktails.

Some purists say American rye whiskey is the key ingredient in this classic Manhattan. However, premium bourbon is commonly used. This is our spirit of choice when crafting this delicious drink.

It has a rich history and is a wonderful drink, perfect to enjoy with friends and loved ones on special occasions.

We love a nice Manhattan. You will too!

• Stir bourbon, vermouth, and bitters in a shaker filled with ice.

• Strain into a martini glass.

• Garnish with maraschino cherries.

Calories: 139kcal | carbohydrate: 2G | protein: 1G | fat: 1G | sodium: 1mg | sugar: 2G