Black Manhattan

Veteran mixologist Todd Smith created the Black Manhattan when he worked at Bourbon & Branch in San Francisco. It’s a moody, flavorful twist on a classic Manhattan, with dark amaro (Smith calls for Averna) taking the place of sweet vermouth, and spicy rye in place of bourbon.

It’s a genius recipe that hits all the right notes: smooth, sweet, faintly herbal, and a little bit of spice and citrus from the rye and bitters.

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Stir all ingredients with ice until chilled, and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a brandied cherry.

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Our Favorite Manhattan Riffs

The Manhattan is a time-worn classic, and over all those years it’s become the inspiration for generations of riffs, twists, and re-imaginings. Read on for a selection of our favorites!

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