Black Manhattan

Averna supplies the dark bitter-sweet modifier in this rye cocktail, taking the place of a vermouth component. Two bitters add small aromatic accents, and a cherry finishes the clear stirred presentation.

Clear deep amber-brown Black Manhattan in a coupe with one cherry, no ice.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Rye whiskey
  • 20 ml Averna amaro
  • 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 dash Orange bitters
  • 1 piece Cocktail cherry, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pour rye whiskey, Averna amaro, aromatic bitters and orange bitters into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir smoothly until cold, about 20–30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe without ice.
  4. Finish with a cocktail cherry and serve promptly.