
Tequila Manhattan
ClassicA Manhattan made with aged tequila.
NightcapSpirit-ForwardRichModern Classic
3 minEasyStrong
Vanilla and oak from the añejo, with vermouth's dark sweetness and aromatic bitters. Rich and warming with a vegetal edge.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Añejo Tequila Anejo
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Maraschino cherry · optional garnish
Method
- 1
Add the añejo tequila, sweet vermouth, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
- 2
Stir until well-chilled, about 20-30 seconds.
- 3
Strain into a chilled coupe.
- 4
Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
The Story
Aged tequila has the oak and caramel of whiskey, so it slots easily into the Manhattan formula. The Tequila Manhattan is a modern bar favorite and a common introduction to sipping añejo in a cocktail.
Glass · Coupe glassGarnish · Maraschino cherry