Rob Roy Cocktail in a glass

Rob Roy
Cocktail Recipe

Fruity

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The Rob Roy and Manhattan are kindred spirits: both are elegant blends of whisky, sweet vermouth and bitters. What sets the Rob Roy apart is it only uses Scotch whisky, whereas a Manhattan can use rye or other whiskies.

Ingredients

Whisky
We recommend Cardhu 12 Year Old
1.5oz
Sweet vermouth
0.75oz
Angostura bitters
Maraschino cherry
Ice

Number of servings

01

Equipment

Coupe glass
Mixing glass
Spoon
Cocktail strainer

Bartender tip: Use a quality single malt Scotch whisky that complements the sweet vermouth.

Rob Roy Cocktail being poured into a glass

Rob Roy Cocktail being poured into a glass

Method

STEP 01

Pour

Fill a mixing glass with ice and add the whisky and sweet vermouth.

STEP 02

Add

Add two dashes of bitters. Stir for roughly 30 seconds and strain into a coupe glass.

STEP 03

Garnish

Skewer a maraschino cherry and lay it across the rim of the glass.

Smooth, smoky, and refined. With Scotch whisky at its heart, the Rob Roy is a cocktail for those who appreciate bold flavours and timeless sophistication.

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