How to Make a Manhattan | a simple classic cocktail recipe
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Күн бұрынIn this video I teach you my manhattan recipe! I discuss some manhattan variations as well as my personal story of how I learned about the "perfect" manhattan. The base spirit I'm using is a 100 proof rye whiskey - I like the higher proof whiskey because I find it holds up to the richness of the sweet vermouth. I share my manhattan story at the end of the video, let me know if you have your own! Cheers!
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TIME STAMPS
Intro: 0:00
The Booze: 1:22
The Recipe: 2:40
Sips: 4:22
Sign Off: 5:49
THE RECIPE
2 oz. (60 ml) Rittenhouse 100 proof Rye Whiskey
1 oz. (30 ml) Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
2 dashes Angostura bitters
Cherries for garnish
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Co-produced with the lovely Azusa "Az" Inaba 🎥 🎨
@scruffylookinlo6241 2 жыл бұрын
Bought a bottle of Rittenhouse 100 because of this video. Started stirring my cocktails longer because of this video. Life is better because of this channel.
@itsdewic Жыл бұрын
I now love you for sharing my love for anders
@tomaszgajownik9939 Жыл бұрын
Me too👍
@evanj4788 6 ай бұрын
I too just bought a bottle of Rittenhouse and am stiring longer
@GhostDad1 4 ай бұрын
Bottled in bond! Such a good value rye too
@BiteSizeMediaLLC 2 жыл бұрын
Best way to remember, 212 is the Manhattan area code. 2oz Rye, 1oz Sweet Vermouth, 2 dashes bitters.
@joelyeast4507 4 жыл бұрын
I expected the Perfect Manhattan story to end with, "well, you don't need to be a jerk about it, dad."
@AndersErickson 4 жыл бұрын
Haha... That's an even better ending! 😂
@staciehaneline9533 10 ай бұрын
@@AndersEricksonYour channel is better. 😉
@Coraxery 5 ай бұрын
Wow 20 years later and you still remember that guy, i kinda was hoping he saw this vid and commented on here that it's still not perfect 😂 cheers. thanks for all the great videos
@MothRatz 2 жыл бұрын
Your Perfect Manhattan story reminds me of the first time I ordered a burger for myself as a child and the server asked how I would like it cooked. I didn't know what she meant so she said "you know, like well done, or..." and I ordered it well done. As in gee, I guess I have to ask them specifically to do a good job making my burger
@mistercarousel1872 2 жыл бұрын
This is a good one because i feel like i had the exact same reaction with my first steak haha Edit: at least with a burger well done is alright, with steak, not so much imho
@christinecamley 3 жыл бұрын
Such a spectacular cocktail! So well prepared!
@TheSometimesWhy 2 жыл бұрын
Anders, as a rank amateur tender of the bar, you videos stand out for their insight, as well as the Spirit in which they are delivered. Thank you for bringing your passion--it's infectious!
@motorv8N 2 жыл бұрын
The entertainment value of your channel is off the charts, Anders. You’re a master craftsman and a storyteller and even though a rye and ginger is and forever will be about the limit of my skills, I’m really enjoying your sessions.
@brucearant7793 2 жыл бұрын
Anders.... I recently discovered you, and have now watched several of your videos...and I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your information, humor and insights about cocktails. Manhattans (rye) were my first introduction to cocktails, and are still my go-to cocktail. Anyway...thanks!
@Flintster56 2 жыл бұрын
Sir. I could watch you make cocktails all day. Very entertaining. loved the end with the cherries!
@jonmolnar5440 2 жыл бұрын
I made my first Manhattan tonight with the video! Thank you Anders for showing me. And thank you Az for filming.😊
@silvertree2189 2 жыл бұрын
Great videos. I like how you bring up difficult customers and want to improve. Thanks for being honest and we love your awesome, genuine and kind approach. We all can learn from you in 2022!
@jamedb89 2 жыл бұрын
Tried the original and perfect side by side, and the perfect wins hands down for me. Feels brighter and lighter. Much more refreshing drink. I'm so glad I found this channel.
@dekaasploeg 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Anders, just to let you know that ever I discovered this channel my quality of life has improved dramatically. Thoroughly enjoy your recipes and this cocktail especially has stolen my heart. I have it with 6cl Rittenhouse (2 ounces) and 1 ounce Vermouth, four shots of bitters and and orange oil + peel garnish. Thanks and keep it up!
@isabellaisa6750 Жыл бұрын
I love watching this guy making drinks, he is funny and helps you understand about how drinks are made...
@caroltarantino837 6 ай бұрын
What I really like are the very practical tips given along each journey. Thanks so much. Cheers!
@terrymiller111 2 жыл бұрын
You and Greg (How to Drink), along with a few others, have finally convinced me to up my game. Thanks.
@Peter-ic1jo 2 жыл бұрын
Anders you make my family’s life better. You make my life better. Cocktail hour has never been the same since I started watching your channel. CHEERS!!!
@wmbenson68 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely one of my all time favorites . . . and the coolest cocktail name ever.
@markwoldin162 2 жыл бұрын
Anders, I gotta say, I am inpatient person but watching you make a drink is a pleasure, relaxing and informative.
@andrewstevenson1955 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Anders for making me my favourite Classic Cocktail 🍸 I love ❤️ the Manhattan.
@michaeldrapes8446 2 жыл бұрын
Anders, I love your videos. This was the first one I watched. My parents were from Stevens Point, WI. I grew up with perfect Brandy Manhattans and stories of supper clubs like the Sky Club and the Antlers. Your videos are a new and exciting, tinged with a touch of nostalgia. Keep up the great work.
@steverochon1620 2 жыл бұрын
I really like your videos. I’ve watched like 8-10 in the last few days and learned from each one of them. I always thought the Manhattan had the vermouth floated atop the whisky….lesson learned! My parents generally had one cocktail at Christmas, one at Thanksgiving, and maybe one at Easter dinner. They’d always ask me for a “light” southern comfort Manhattan, which meant half a shot of SC and an equal amount of water….then the floated vermouth. Now that they’re both gone, I make one of these drinks in their honor at each holiday dinner and let it sit untouched on a table somewhere, which it often did when they were alive as well. Thanks for the work you’re putting out there for us. I enjoy it immensely.
@Ms.Hopeful 2 жыл бұрын
I loved hearing about your grandparents 💕
@misty30315 2 жыл бұрын
My parents (mostly my Dad), my brothers, and I drink Manhattans on holidays and on many of the other occasions when we get together. My Dad adopted the habit from my Mom's Dad years ago. My brothers and I are thankful to have our parents still with us. We will carry on the tradition.
@DreamzoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын
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@livenhfree 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the nice story. The same was true of my parents. A Manhattan on Christmas Eve.
@brianbrettel567 2 жыл бұрын
Great cocktail! Thanks Anders! Love your channel and all of your content
@cmonkey63 Жыл бұрын
I'm a simple scotch on the rocks kind of guy, but recently found this channel. Your enthusiasm for the craft has inspired me enough, that I'm now off to learn how to make a rusty nail.
@catalog2345 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the education. I appreciate what you do for us newbies.
@hummmingbear 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. We made a DELICIOUS manhattan and it was so simple thanks to you. BLESS YOUR WHOLE LIFE ANDERS ERICKSON. EVERYTHING FOR YOU. I liked AND subscribed.
@LikeOnATree 2 жыл бұрын
Loved the backstory about the Perfect Manhattan!
@anibalherrera6595 2 жыл бұрын
Brother I'm a starting bartender, and your channel is gold. Thank you
@Cale_E 4 жыл бұрын
Loved the story at the end. So funny!
@murallod 2 жыл бұрын
Had a client that loved his perfect Manhattan. Truly a kind gentleman and was always a pleasure to have him in the bar.
@roybackhouse117 Жыл бұрын
That's a great story at the end. Perfect!
@dimitarapostolov9788 Жыл бұрын
After almost a year since I made my first Manhattan, I finally acquired a bottle of Cocchi di Torino, just shortly after I got my first bottle of Rittenhouse Rye! So FINALLY I was able to make this exact version of the Manhattan, with 3 Luxardo cherries... So far it is THE best one I've had, loved how bold & dramatic the flavor of this particular combo is, and I cannot wait to try Cocchi in my other usual favorites (Negroni, Boulevardier, Martinez). Love this recipe and I will definitely make it for my friends this weekend!
@lrphd8536 4 жыл бұрын
Who is this silver fox making such wonderful libations?! Intriguing. And the editing is ah-mah-zing. Cheers!
@WhiskeySugarBitters 3 жыл бұрын
The editing IS amazing! I need some help with that too :)
@mosin9105 2 жыл бұрын
I just made a Manhattan. I didn’t have cherries, but I had an orange, so used orange peel. So good! I’m looking forward to getting cherries and trying it again! Thanks!!!
@geraldkummeneker8338 2 жыл бұрын
I like the way you present all those cocktails. I like your humor....Keeper going
@joeitthiphon8836 Жыл бұрын
Really love your Story Ander
@Gearlube_chain_wax_solutions 2 жыл бұрын
Always fun to watch
@jenilsonferraz4154 2 жыл бұрын
Always funny and on spot! 👍 Cheers!
@kevinob1983 Жыл бұрын
A good way to explain the ingredients and the portions is the Manhattan area code, 212. 2 parts whiskey, 1 part sweet vermouth and 2 dashes of bitters.
@bleedthefreak100 Жыл бұрын
Just made one of these with Jack Daniels Single Barrel Rye and it was delicious! Appreciate what you do man. Keep it up!
@lrivera31 2 жыл бұрын
Ugh I just found this channel! Amazing. Manhattans are so good.
@4rounder312 2 жыл бұрын
great vids AE !! never go wrong with a Manhattan in a cold climate. The "Chicago trifecta" Manhattan, Old Fashion & Rusty Nail....
@JonJonello 2 жыл бұрын
Duuuuuuude thank you for this channel and for this video, I went to my local Bevmo tonight, bought the exact same spirits and made this Manhattan, and I cried tears with every sip, so good! Thank you! I say we add your face to Mt. Rushmore, rewrite the constitution, create a new Statue of Libationy and sing the pledge of Anders allegiance in our schools, “oh say can you see, the Manhattan of anders is flowing..” thanks for being a patriot and saving our lives with this delicious cocktail, yours truly - Jonathan
@Gallasl666 2 жыл бұрын
My favorite cocktail. Thanks Dad
@estienneherbert60 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos a lot, the perfect manhatten story was really funny because I've read an article about the same senario from the perspective of the customer, the only thing I'd like to see a bit more of is some creative tasting notes. keep it up
@robertowsley4539 4 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Thanks again. I think it's "perfect". And yes, I need three cherries too.
@etar1 2 жыл бұрын
Just found you man! Great videos! Always love the stories of "learning in the field"
@Barprints 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best ways to learn😋
@SudirmanMendrofa 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your tips creat and story of Classic cocktail and Perfect classic cocktail.
@lyndao7356 2 жыл бұрын
I’m going to make one and drink it all by myself. 🍸 Thank you, Anders
@spiderz81 2 жыл бұрын
I love the way you made that Manhattan..I like an orange twist with mine🍊
@trdsf 2 жыл бұрын
My favorite variation on the manhattan is 1oz each rye, vodka and sweet vermouth, discovered by accident when I was down to my last ounce of rye (Rittenhouse, of course -- man, that's good stuff). I call it a 'Moscow on the Hudson', and the dilution of rye with vodka really lets the vermouth and bitters come out and play some more.
@lukejackson1116 Жыл бұрын
This channel is literally the best - please never stop and please keep up the videos (I know this video is 2 years old, but it shows how much you love the craft with how many more videos you’ve made to educate!)
@AndersErickson Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@gregmarquez1099 Жыл бұрын
I had some Templeton Rye I followed your recipe and added a dash of Orange bitters and it came out pretty good. I bought some coupe glasses after I saw one of your videos 😊
@Ghostrander 6 ай бұрын
That story at the end was so good
@lwc2009 2 жыл бұрын
my most favorite drink!! used to make my own with Makers but recently started using Bullit Rye... torn between the two... thanks for your mixology vids.... 'scribed...
@werk5356 4 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work (and kudos for the video magic). We will be thinking of you when we mix our next batch (in about 3 hours...)
@lars591 2 жыл бұрын
My old buddy Joe loved his Manhattans with Crown Royal, just a bit of the sweet and dry Vermuth . Of course what he was really going after was the CR.
@tommymccartney8891 3 жыл бұрын
According to the clock he stirred it for about 15 mins
@karlstriepe8050 2 жыл бұрын
Good eye! French voice: "15 minutes later ..."
@realtoast7036 2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Made me look
@lilianmaillot9449 2 жыл бұрын
Quinze minutes plus tard...
@staciehaneline9533 8 ай бұрын
I'm a new bartender. I watched this video before I started getting shifts, but I forgot that I was supposed to add the ice last. 😬 I got schooled by the guest. 😅 Today I explained to my boss that technically the guest was correct and I know exactly what to do next time. Your videos are very helpful. I appreciate you.
@davidheffron4481 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks! If you hold your mixing glass at the base, you should stir the ice until the base of the glass feels cold.
@Splootmon 2 жыл бұрын
I need to make this. TO THE BAR!
@mattgeorge7127 Жыл бұрын
I lost faith in the internets until I found this channel. Cheers Anders!!!
@AndersErickson Жыл бұрын
Cheers to you Matt!
@waynelyles8053 2 жыл бұрын
I learned something a while back from my bartender. I asked for suggestions on what I should order. I told the bartender that the Manhattan is too sweet for my taste. So, he suggested I try a Brooklyn. Almost the same recipe but it uses dry vermouth. I have fallen in love with this drink. It is now my go to when I go to the bar. P.S. The interesting part that he told me was they have a different rye based cocktail named for each of the boroughs in NYC.
@jamesanthony2775 2 жыл бұрын
You have an awesome personality man. Pleasure to watch
@liamconnell21 2 жыл бұрын
New here, this video will make me stick around... Keep up the stories please!
@damonsalvatore9121 Жыл бұрын
Man thank you so much for this and every single recipe, your videos have been helping me a lot lately. The funny thing is that I'm here bartender in china and I follow your recipe most of the time and sometimes people ask me that hey man this cocktail recipe is really good where did you learn this and I always tell then it's my own creation 😄, so I'm sorry for that haha but really man thank you so much.
@WilsonRamonTorres 4 жыл бұрын
PERFECT in every way! Bravo! Happy F(rye)day Anders!
@Babyhaswon Жыл бұрын
Cute and can make a great drink! Bravo!
@kingstonlor9969 2 жыл бұрын
DAT GAIII 20 years, Anders will remembers that!!!
@chrisb5986 Жыл бұрын
I didn't know about "perfect" Manhattans. Now I do. Thanks.
@christianfranco2206 2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Love your sense of humor. Subscribed ;)
@poforeman Жыл бұрын
Anders I came across a Reddit conversation debating Manhattan versus Old-fashioned and rye versus bourbon yada yada yada. IMHO kind of a useless debate. But it made me come back to see how you made your “ideal“ Manhattan. And OMG, I was reminded why you are so damn freaking good and why so many people like you. You are so approachable and you make this seem so easy and unintimidating. That’s what sets you apart from so many other cocktail snob channels. Keep it up dude! You are truly the best!
@ahogan65 Жыл бұрын
this looks lovely. I barrel-age my Manhattan in an oak cask. Garnish with cherries OR orange peel. delicous.
@BR279 2 жыл бұрын
maraschino cherry is a must for me
@nickschiavulli693 2 жыл бұрын
Looks great cheers 🍻
@Cremantus Жыл бұрын
That is whiy classics are classics... thumbs up, well done.
@Cocktailnyymi 2 жыл бұрын
Just made it the other day with my friend; actually four versions (rye, bourbon, perfect & 12 Bottle Bar style). Forgot how good the rye one tasted!
@jeffdrew625 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Perfectly entertaining and nice accent! 😋🤣 subscribed!
@rossej56 2 жыл бұрын
Perfect funny story at the end !!!
@michaeljdauben 2 жыл бұрын
I've recently become fond of the "employees only" Manhattan, which adds a little Grand Marnier. Delicious!
@robsaxepga 10 ай бұрын
My godmother used to come visit for the weekend. My mother, who didn't really drink, and she would stay up all night chatting and smoking cigarettes, etc. My godmother would bring her Manhattan mixings. Jim Beam (ICK!) and Marichino cherries..😱 She'd have 5 or 6 of those without blinking an eye. I swore to myself I'd never do that..awful! Flash forward to today and I'm a Manhattan guy. I've got all the good makings and have learned to prepare it how I like it which is a little different than what you're saying in that, I add a little Luxardo cherry juice, just a touch, to the drink. Yum!! Great channel, Anders! Thank you!
@LittleLouieLagazza 2 жыл бұрын
The three-cherry moustache was BOSS. Major styley-points
@gavinj01 2 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Awesome!!
@Sorroris Жыл бұрын
I was dying at your story. Classic bar goers
@GrotrianSeiler 2 жыл бұрын
Great story!
@Rickflairshair 4 жыл бұрын
Very glad I found this video. Love Manhattans and exactly the way you make it. Rittenhouse is such an awesome Rye. Thanks for posting this
@AndersErickson 4 жыл бұрын
Kyle G Thank you! You’ve got good taste in rye 👍
@oscarsnr 3 жыл бұрын
My mixing glass finally arrived on the weekend and this was the first cocktail I attempted. I used 2:1 ratio and a lemon twist as I don’t have any cherries. It tasted amazing and the colour was beautiful. Looking forward to my next one!
@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! So happy it worked out - I love a lemon twist with my manhattan. Now that you've got a mixing glass, there's no going back!
@guyrich6467 6 ай бұрын
I like how you stir with the spoon upside down
@derektaylor3888 11 ай бұрын
I connected with the finale of this video because I was tending in a fine French dining place whilst still in my first year of the trade and another tender came in and asked for a perfect Manhattan and I said; “I’ll make the best one I know how to” and she then explained what she meant. Ya know, the perfect Manhattan. I was grateful that she schooled me before I became the fool. Kudos to Miss Eva.
@cryptosquirrel8914 2 жыл бұрын
Mine has orange peel misted around the rim and dropped into the drink....also, a good dash of maraschino cherry juice. And the cherries of course. Why reinvent the wheel with micro farm made specialty stuff one can't acquire. Well, each to their own. This is mine. I do appreciate yours and that you made the Manhattan vid. Cheers. I'm enjoying a Boulevardier as I type this...to me, it's another version of a Manhattan.
@staceyarbour886 Жыл бұрын
You’re super fun. Thanks for taking the ego out of tending bar.
@johnrm1 Жыл бұрын
Ordered a strainer and mixing spoon because of your videos
@MrChickster12 2 жыл бұрын
I know to make a Manhattan and don’t even like them but I am still watching this video…… that’s a sign of a good video
@Hans353 2 жыл бұрын
The story at the end is great. You should do more stories if u have anymore.
@Barprints 2 жыл бұрын
LOL...LOVE your intros man!😂
@Soknet-Bartender Жыл бұрын
I love this cocktail ♥️
@sitori663 2 жыл бұрын
Great channel. Subscribed!!!
@TeknoPhil84 2 жыл бұрын
Great videos and energy overall! For the beginners among us, it would be very very useful if you could cover some analogies. By this I mean: what does a sweet vermouth compare to martini bianco, same for dry vermouth. The same can be applied for the rums: what is the difference between rum agricol white and brown, jamaican rum, spicy rum, aged rum, etc...
@stevenavilesmatos8926 Жыл бұрын
You are incredible.