5 Manhattan variation cocktails you can make in minutes!

Discover the exquisite world of Manhattan Variation cocktails, perfect for those who love to explore unique and flavorful drinks. Elevate your cocktail experience by trying these delightful concoctions, and find out how they differ from the classic Manhattan.

Manhattan Variation: A World of Flavor Awaits

If you're a fan of cocktails and always in search of new and exciting drinks, then the Manhattan Variation is perfect for you. These cocktails are ideal for those who appreciate the classic Manhattan but crave a twist to keep things interesting.

The Perfect Occasion for Manhattan Variation Cocktails

  • Date Night: Impress your significant other with your cocktail knowledge and treat them to a sophisticated, delicious drink.
  • Cocktail Party: Offer a variety of Manhattan Variations to keep your guests entertained and their taste buds delighted.
  • Relaxing at Home: Unwind after a long day with a unique and flavorful cocktail, perfect for sipping and savoring.

Who Would Love Manhattan Variation Cocktails

  • Classic Cocktail Enthusiasts: Those who appreciate the history and elegance of classic cocktails will enjoy exploring new variations of the beloved Manhattan.
  • Flavor Adventurers: If you love trying new flavors and combinations, these cocktails will surely pique your interest and satisfy your taste buds.
  • Home Bartenders: Manhattan Variations are perfect for honing your mixology skills and experimenting with different ingredients to create your own signature cocktail.

Rob Roy

The Rob Roy has a rich, smoky, and slightly sweet taste with a hint of bitterness from the vermouth. It has a warming and full-bodied mouthfeel, making it a perfect sipping cocktail for colder months.

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Ingredients

  • Scotch whisky: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Maraschino cherry: 1
  • Garnish: Orange twist

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add 2 oz of Scotch whisky
  3. Add 1 oz of sweet vermouth
  4. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
  5. Stir the mixture until well chilled
  6. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass
  7. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and an orange twist

Red Hook

The Red Hook cocktail is a well-balanced mix of sweet, bitter, and strong flavors. It has a rich, velvety texture with a hint of spice from the rye whiskey, and a pleasant bitterness from the Punt e Mes and maraschino liqueur.

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Ingredients

  • Rye whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Punt e mes: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Brandied cherry: 1 (for garnish)

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add 2 oz rye whiskey
  3. Add 0.5 oz Punt e Mes
  4. Add 0.5 oz maraschino liqueur
  5. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
  6. Stir the mixture until well chilled
  7. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass
  8. Garnish with a brandied cherry

Coffee Manhattan

The Coffee Manhattan is a robust and full-bodied cocktail. It's strong and slightly bitter from the coffee-infused bourbon, with a sweet undertone from the vermouth. The bitters add a complex layer of flavor, and the cherry garnish provides a hint of sweetness to balance out the drink.

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Ingredients

  • Coffee infused bourbon: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Cherry: 1 for garnish

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Add the coffee-infused bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters.
  3. Stir until well chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a cherry.

Aperol Manhattan

The Aperol Manhattan is a harmonious blend of sweet and bitter, with the Aperol providing a unique orange and rhubarb flavor that complements the robustness of the whiskey. The sweet vermouth balances the bitterness, while the bitters add depth. Overall, it's a complex, medium-strong cocktail with a smooth finish.

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Ingredients

  • Rye whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Aperol: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Orange peel: 1 garnish

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Pour in 2 oz of rye whiskey.
  3. Add 1 oz of Aperol.
  4. Measure and pour 0.5 oz of sweet vermouth.
  5. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  6. Stir the ingredients well until properly chilled.
  7. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  8. Garnish with an orange peel, expressing the oils over the drink and placing it in the glass.

Manhattan Iced Tea

The Manhattan Iced Tea offers a robust, rich flavor with a balance of sweetness and bitterness. The whiskey's warmth is perfectly complemented by the herbal notes of the vermouth, while the bitters add depth. It's a full-bodied cocktail with a lingering finish.

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Ingredients

  • Rye whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Triple sec: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Cherry: 1 for garnish
  • Lemon twist: 1 for garnish

Recipe

  1. Fill a shaker with ice.
  2. Pour in the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, triple sec, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters.
  3. Shake well until chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with a cherry and a twist of lemon.

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