Rye whiskey has attitude. Spicier, drier, and leaner than its sweeter cousin bourbon, rye brings structure and energy to cocktails. It’s the spirit that shaped America’s early bar culture — the backbone of pre-Prohibition classics and the spark behind modern revivals.

When it comes to iconic cocktails, few can rival the elegance and staying power of the Manhattan. Smooth, spirit-forward, and endlessly sophisticated, the Manhattan is a drink that’s just as at home in a dimly lit speakeasy as it is in a modern craft cocktail bar.