Carpano Antica Formula (CAHR-pah-noh ahn-TEE-kah FOHR-moo-lah) is made from the Carpano distillerys "ancient formula" for red vermouth. Only recently available in North America, Carpano Antica Formula is the king of red vermouth: although traditionally served straight up as an aperitif, after-dinner drink, or even as an accompaniment to rich desserts, it will transform a common Manhattan or Red Martini into a cocktail fit for even the most refined palate.