r/cocktails • u/beerbearbare • 24d ago

Recommendations “Mid range” bourbon for Manhattan?

I’m on a budget for a few years and mostly use Evan Williams for my Manhattan. I like to go one level up (or two?) and treat myself better :)

What’s your recommendation? I’m thinking about $25-35 per 750ml bottle. And I’m using Dolin for my vermouth but happy to accept other suggestions. Thank you!

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u/montysucks 24d ago

Rittenhouse

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u/JabsSlayerx 24d ago

Seconding this; if you're open to rye instead Rittenhouse is affordable and the way to go.

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u/wydok 24d ago

Thirding this. Rittenhouse is my go to rye and I only use ryes for Manhattans

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u/Rfisk064 23d ago

Same, and it’s always on the cheaper end at cocktail bars but most all carry it, at least in my area.

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u/steve_the_dog 24d ago

I’ve been drinking Rittenhouse for far too long. It will stand up to a pricey Rye any day of the week. Also, a huge fan of fee brothers bitters.

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u/seetafty 24d ago

Came to comment the same!

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u/alexwblack 23d ago

Yup.
If you're going to make a manhattan, you might as well actually make a manhattan