Manhattan Cocktail Kit

This classic's history is not entirely agreed upon. Did it originate at the Manhattan Club in the decade following the American Civil War at an event for presidential candidate Samuel J Tilden, hence the name "Manhattan?"  (There are at least four other drinks named for NYC Boroughs. We are afraid to ask what might be in a 'Staten Island'...).  Others say the drink has roots in the 1860's and was created in lower Manhattan by a gentleman going only by the name "Black."  Whatever the true origin, by the 1880's, the drink appeared in multiple drink guides with differing base spirits, but always with a few dashes of bitters and fine vermouth. In this kit, we focus on a classic recipe with American Whiskey, Angostura Bitters and Carpano Sweet Red Vermouth. The Classic Manhattan 2 oz Noble Oak 'Double Oak' Bourbon 1 oz Carpano Classico Sweet Red Vermouth 2 dashes Angostura Bitters  Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Strain into a coupe or other glass of your choice. Garnish