About the Manhattan cocktail
The Manhattan is a classic whiskey cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, usually stirred and served up. It is rich, smooth, and balanced, with the whiskey bringing warmth and spice, the sweet vermouth adding depth, and the bitters tying everything together.
The drink is often linked to the Manhattan Club in New York in the 1870s, though its exact origin is debated. Its structure — base spirit, vermouth, bitters, dilution, and a chilled glass — also makes it an important template in the evolution of stirred classics. Whether enjoyed as a New York icon, a beloved drink on the German island of Föhr, or a possible step on the road to the Martini, the Manhattan remains one of the essential classic cocktails.
