Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda is a 12 fl oz (355 mL) glass bottle of lightly carbonated, lightly sweetened soda made with real brewed espresso, produced in Brooklyn, New York since 1895. It is the Original flavor, available as a single bottle or in packs of 3 and 6, shipped fast from New Jersey.
Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda: Brooklyn's Original Sparkling Espresso Drink
- Real brewed espresso — the flavor comes from brewed espresso coffee, not coffee flavoring, so it tastes roasted and slightly bitter
- Light carbonation — a gentle fizz that lifts the espresso without the heavy sweetness of a cola
- Lightly sweetened Original recipe — sugar balances the natural bitterness of the coffee; this is the classic flavor, not the diet version
- 12 fl oz (355 mL) glass bottle — the traditional crown-cap glass bottle the brand has used for generations
- Made in Brooklyn, New York — a New York deli classic produced by the same family company since 1895
- Pack options — Single, Pack of 3, and Pack of 6 for trying it once or keeping the fridge stocked
How to Use
Chill the bottle for at least two hours and drink it cold, straight from the bottle or over ice. It pairs well with Italian pastries such as cannoli, sfogliatelle, and tiramisu, and it works as a mixer in an espresso martini or a coffee spritz with a splash of sparkling water. Store unopened bottles at room temperature away from sunlight; once opened, keep the bottle capped in the refrigerator and finish it the same day for full carbonation.
About Manhattan Special
Manhattan Special was founded in 1895 in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, New York, and is still produced there by the same family-run company. Its Espresso Coffee Soda is widely considered the original coffee soda and has been a fixture of New York delis and Italian-American groceries for well over a century. The company also makes other flavors, but the sweetened Original remains its best-known bottle. Find more sodas and specialty drinks in our Drink Collection. Learn more at manhattanspecial.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda contain caffeine?
Yes. Because it is made with real brewed espresso, Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda naturally contains caffeine. The exact amount is not printed in this listing, so check the label on the bottle if you are sensitive to caffeine. It is not intended for children or anyone advised to limit caffeine intake.
How should I serve and store Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda?
Serve it very cold. Chill the bottle for at least two hours, then pour over ice or drink straight from the glass bottle. Store unopened bottles at room temperature out of direct sunlight. After opening, recap the bottle, keep it refrigerated, and finish it within a day so the light carbonation does not go flat.
How is Manhattan Special different from canned coffee drinks?
Most canned coffee drinks are milky, still, and heavily sweetened. Manhattan Special is a clear, lightly carbonated soda built on brewed espresso, so the roasted coffee flavor comes first and the fizz keeps it refreshing. It is closer to a classic soda than a latte, which is why it works as a cocktail mixer.
Where is Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda made?
Manhattan Special is made in Brooklyn, New York, where the company has bottled its espresso soda since 1895. This listing is the sweetened Original flavor in the traditional 12 fl oz (355 mL) glass bottle, sold as a single bottle, a pack of 3, or a pack of 6.