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The Short Version: The choice of vermouth for your Manhattan is as important as your choice of whiskey. Vermouth adds a tremendous level of dimension and flavor to the cocktail, and can vary [...]

The Short Version: Ryes and bourbons are both used frequently in making Manhattan cocktails. Rye whiskey is accepted as the first whiskey used in Manhattans, but bourbons grew in popularity [...]

In the mid-1930’s Manhattans began to include bourbon instead of rye, because bourbon was more readily available after prohibition. Post-prohibition, Bourbon distilleries were able to increase [...]

Amongst cocktail enthusiasts, there is much debate over which makes a better Manhattan, a bourbon or rye?  Each spirit brings different qualities to this classic drink, as they are each different [...]