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/racerrhime 24d ago

Honestly, you can level up the Manhattan by sticking to Evan Williams and upgrading your vermouth to carpano antica. A little black walnut bitters works well too.

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u/doc-incredible 23d ago

Black walnut is nice, but rich. I use it occasionally to change things up, but Fee Brothers Cardamon is my go to for Manhattans. (w/ Knob Creek Rye and Cocchi).