Black ManhattanvsBoilermaker
Which one fits your taste?
Black Manhattan
A darker Manhattan riff swapping sweet vermouth for rich, bitter amaro.
Boilermaker
A no-frills bar classic pairing a cold beer with a neat shot of whiskey on the side.
Black Manhattan
Boilermaker
Base
whiskey
whiskey
Glassware
Coupe
Pint glass and shot glass
Flavor Notes
bitter, strong
strong, bitter
Strong?
Which should you pick?
The Black Manhattan and Boilermaker share a very similar flavor profile — both are bitter and complex and boozy and spirit-forward. The deciding factor here is the base spirit (whiskey vs. whiskey) and how each is served, so go with whichever spirit appeals to you more.