Three ingredients - rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters - combine for the perfect sip.

Go for a coupe, rocks glass, or a vessel of your choice to enjoy the drink.

To serve a group, pre-batch your Manhattan cocktail.

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Both a Manhattan and Old Fashioned are classic and simple whiskey-forward drinks, but they have slightly different recipes.