Originally Posted by Bandera

Speaking of Manhattans I have recently improved to my taste on the classic recipe by substituting Knob Creek Rye whiskey for the Evan Williams Bottled in Bond Bourbon that I've used for cocktails and Dolin Sweet Vermouth for the Martini & Rossi Red Vermouth and Orange peel for a Cherry. Ask your bartender, good choice to avoid "mixologists", to concoct one along those lines for you.
There are many ways to actually enjoy life without making it into a dour struggle, a carefully prepared cocktail being one of them.

-Bandera

Originally Posted by Biker395

Ah, one of my favorite alcoholic beverages. You can't beat a good manhattan ... and the key is the bitters. I have no idea why.