{"id":6440,"date":"2023-07-11T11:00:33","date_gmt":"2023-07-11T10:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=6440"},"modified":"2026-02-12T13:05:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T12:05:27","slug":"manhattan-vs-old-fashioned","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/manhattan-vs-old-fashioned\/","title":{"rendered":"A Tale of Two Cocktails: Manhattan vs Old Fashioned"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to classic cocktails, the Manhattan and Old Fashioned are like the ultimate showdown. Both are whiskey-based legends with their own unique vibes. In this article, we’re diving into what makes these two drinks so special, from their histories to their ingredients. Whether you’re a cocktail pro or just starting out, this guide will help you understand and perfect these timeless favourites. Cheers to mastering the classics!<\/p>\n

What\u2019s an Old Fashioned?<\/h2>\n

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As far as classic cocktails go, the <\/span>Old Fashioned<\/span><\/a> is probably one of the most famous ones out there. It is a cocktail for whiskey lovers, made with your choice of bourbon or rye, <\/span>simple syrup<\/span>, a few dashes of aromatic bitters, and orange peel or Maraschino cherries to garnish.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As is often the case, there are many claims as to where the Old Fashioned cocktail originated. One of the more famous stories is that it was created at a gentleman\u2019s club in Louisville, Kentucky, in the 1860s. But what’s with the name?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When America\u2019s cocktail scene really took off in the latter 1800s, bar menus started to evolve as bartenders began mixing up new and exciting cocktails to impress the masses. Legend has it that some sentimental drinkers missed how things used to be back in the good old days, so they used to order a drink made the old-fashioned way, and it was here that the Old Fashioned cocktail was born. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Old Fashioned variations<\/h3>\n