PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
A polished, spirit-forward take on the classic Manhattan, the Handy & Schiller Barreled Manhattan delivers real cocktail depth with zero effort. Rich rye spice, integrated vermouth sweetness, and gentle barrel influence come together in a smooth, well-balanced ready-to-drink cocktail that feels authentic, mature, and decidedly premium.
The Handy & Schiller line pays homage to early American cocktail pioneers and is produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery as part of the Sazerac family’s premium barrel-aged cocktail program. This Manhattan is built on Sazerac Rye Whiskey, blended with sweet vermouth and Peychaud’s Bitters, then rested together in Sazerac Rye barrels.
Barrel aging allows the components to fully integrate, softening edges while adding subtle oak, vanilla, and spice complexity—something rarely achieved in standard pre-mixed cocktails. Bottled at cocktail strength and ready to pour, it is designed to deliver a consistent, bar-quality Manhattan straight from the bottle.
Professional tasters consistently praise the Handy & Schiller Barreled Manhattan for standing out in the RTD category:
Review panels frequently place it in the high-80s to low-90s range, citing its authentic Manhattan structure, balanced sweetness, and barrel-driven depth.
Critics highlight its integration and mouthfeel, noting that the barrel aging elevates it beyond simple pre-batched cocktails, giving it the roundness and cohesion of a freshly stirred drink.
Industry reviewers often recommend it as one of the most reliable premium RTD cocktails for entertaining or gifting.
The consensus is clear: this is a serious cocktail for whiskey drinkers, not a novelty.
Nose:
Inviting aromas of candied cherry, vanilla, and light oak, supported by rye spice, caramel, and a hint of dried fruit and tobacco leaf.
Palate:
Smooth and well-structured, opening with rye spice and black pepper, followed by sweet vermouth richness, notes of dark cherry, caramelized sugar, and subtle herbal bitterness from the bitters. Barrel influence adds gentle vanilla and toasted oak.
Finish:
Clean and lingering, with balanced sweetness, rye warmth, and a soft oak-spice fade that mirrors a well-made Manhattan served up.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | ~35% ABV / 70 Proof |
| Origin / Region | Kentucky, USA |
| Production Type | Ready-to-Drink barreled Manhattan cocktail |
| Base Spirit | Sazerac Rye Whiskey |
| Aging or Maturation | Aged in Sazerac Rye barrels |
| Aromas & Flavors | Rye spice, cherry, vanilla, caramel, oak |
| Style / Identity | Premium, spirit-forward classic Manhattan RTD |
Bottle Size: All bottles are 750ML/700ML unless otherwise noted.
21 and Over: Adult Signature Required
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