Black Manhattan
Whiskey · Stir · Martini Glass
Black Manhattan Recipe
Black Manhattan is a classic whiskey cocktail made with Rye Whiskey, Averna Amaro, Angostura Bitters. Learn how to make this stir cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The Black Manhattan replaces traditional sweet vermouth with Averna Amaro, delivering a more intense bittersweet herbal flavor and a caramel finish. Its deep color and complexity make it one of the most distinctive members of the Manhattan family.
Ingredients
- Rye Whiskey 60ml
- Averna Amaro 30ml
- Angostura Bitters 2 dashes
Garnish: Maraschino Cherry
Flavor: Sweet Bitter Herbal Caramel
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in a Black Manhattan?
Black Manhattan is made with 60ml Rye Whiskey, 30ml Averna Amaro, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters. It is garnished with maraschino cherry.
How do you make a Black Manhattan?
Make a Black Manhattan using the stir technique and serve it in a Martini Glass, garnished with maraschino cherry.
What spirit is a Black Manhattan made with?
Black Manhattan is a whiskey-based cocktail with a strong strength.
What does a Black Manhattan taste like?
Averna replaces sweet vermouth for a darker, bittersweet Manhattan. Key flavors: sweet, bitter, herbal, caramel.