Spiced Manhattan
A rich, aromatic twist on the classic Manhattan with a hint of cinnamon and orange bitters for a warm, layered flavor. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye Whiskey
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
- 2 dashes Orange Bitters
- 1/4 inch piece Cinnamon Stick
- 1 whole Maraschino Cherry
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with cracked ice. Add 2 oz rye whiskey, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes orange bitters. Stir for 30 seconds until chilled.
- Step 2: Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a maraschino cherry.









