Favorite Vermouth for a Manhattan....

[Hunter Fuzzell]

What does this board say?

[rachel mcdonald]

There's probably a bunch of boutique ones I know nothing about, but I still use Martini and Rossi because that's how my grandpa taught me.

[William Segui]

Cocchi is my bar staple. Not quite as sweet (and almost half the price) as Antica, brighter than Dolan.

[ybarselah]

I go Antica. I'm worth it. And so are you.

[Daniel H]

I've taste-tested fresh bottles of the cheap brands twice and Cinzano won both times. But I would never say no to anything by Carpano or Cocchi if I am feeling flush...

[William Segui]

I go Antica. I'm worth it. And so are you.

If you are using poor whiskey or like your drinks particularly sweet, I'd agree.

[David Fisk]

I like antica formula and cocchi is a close second. I wish either or both were sold in .375 or smaller, especially the antica formula since it takes a while to go through a liter and even in the fridge I feel that they lose a step after being opened awhile.

[Brent C l a y t o n]

I love Antica and Cocchi does not seem to be available in NY. I have not yet tried Dolan. I generally agree that most of the 'big' brands are crap.

[Richard Leland]

I like antica formula and cocchi is a close second. I wish either or both were sold in .375 or smaller, especially the antica formula since it takes a while to go through a liter and even in the fridge I feel that they lose a step after being opened awhile.

I have good news for you - Carpano Antica Formula just introduced a 375ml bottle.

[David Fisk]

Sweet, I'll be on the lookout for the .375!!