Smoky Manhattan
The Smoky Manhattan is a classic cocktail, not a food dish, that evolved from the traditional Manhattan. It typically features rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, with the signature addition of a smoky element like a peated Scotch rinse or a smoked garnish to create a deeper, more complex flavor profile. Originating in New York City, it's a sophisticated twist on a pre-Prohibition era favorite.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a spirit-forward cocktail, it is high in alcohol and contains minimal protein or carbs, with calories coming almost entirely from the ethanol and a small amount of sugar in the vermouth. A standard serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, offering no significant vitamins or minerals.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 11 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Alcohol | 15 g |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 8 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Folate | 3 µg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Smoky Manhattan is culturally interesting as a modern riff on a historic cocktail, reflecting the contemporary craft bartending trend of adding layered, smoky flavors. Nutritionally, it highlights how cocktails can be a concentrated source of 'empty calories' from alcohol, with the smoky element adding sensory complexity without any nutritional benefit.
