<P> Named after the borough of Brooklyn, a Brooklyn consists of rye, dry vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and Amer Picon . In this regard, it is similar to a Manhattan, but with a specific type of bitters (instead of the several that can be used in a Manhattan) and the notable addition of maraschino . </P> <P> The Brooklyn was popular in the early 20th century and largely fell into obscurity after Prohibition . It began to regain popularity at the end of the 20th century . </P> <P> Named after the borough of Manhattan, a Manhattan is a cocktail composed of whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, typically served in a cocktail glass . Of the five drinks, it is the only one considered one of "the unforgettables" on the IBA list of official cocktails . It is also listed as one of the six basic drinks in The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks . </P> <P> The Manhattan is said to have originated at a banquet hosted by Lady Randolph Churchill at the Manhattan Club in the late 19th century . </P>

Whiskey based drink named for a new york city borough