The first recipes in 1884 had equal parts whiskey and vermouth, sometimes more vermouth than whiskey, evolving to the current two-part whiskey, one-part vermouth with bitters.
The myth of Manhattan cocktail's invention at an event hosted by Winston Churchill's mother in the Manhattan Club has been debunked.
Variations include using Canadian or American rye whiskey, bourbon, or scotch for a Rob Roy, balancing with vermouth like Carpano Antica Formula, and experimenting with ratios.
A perfect Manhattan involves using both sweet and dry vermouth. Proper garnish options include high-quality cocktail cherries or citrus peels.
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