Black Manhattan
A modern riff on the classic Manhattan, the Black Manhattan swaps sweet vermouth for Amaro Averna, creating a deeper, richer cocktail with herbaceous complexity and a smooth finish.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Jigger or measuring too
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye whiskey or bourbon (rye preferred for spice) Basil Hayden, Woodford..you pick it.
- 1 oz Amaro Averna Substitute with Amaro Montenegro or Cynar
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- 1 dash Orange bitters
- Luxardo cherry or orange twist Garnish
Instructions
- Add rye whiskey, Amaro, and both bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir for 20–30 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass or over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Garnish with a Luxardo cherry or an expressed orange twist.
Notes
- Amaro Averna adds herbal and caramel notes that are smoother and more layered than vermouth.
- Use rye whiskey for a spicier backbone or bourbon for a sweeter profile.
- Best served in elegant glassware with minimal dilution.