Dry Rob Roy

Dry Rob Roy

Scotch stirred with just a teaspoon and a half of dry vermouth, strained up with a lemon twist. As austere and whisky-forward as the Rob Roy gets.

29.5% ABVStrongCocktails

Easy

Difficulty

3 min

Time

160 Cal

Calories

1

Serving

Flavor profile

Whiskey

Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter

Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.

Ingredients

  • Scotch· not in your bar2 ½ oz

    Or swap: Bourbon — sweeter, Irish Whiskey — softer, no smoke

  • Dry Vermouth· not in your bar1 1/2 tsp

    Or swap: Blanc Vermouth — slightly sweeter, Lillet Blanc — lighter, citrusy

  • Lemon Peel(optional)· not in your bar1 twist of

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass half-filled with ice cubes, combine the Scotch and vermouth.

  2. Stir well.

  3. Strain into a cocktail glass.

  4. Garnish with the lemon twist.

Pairs well with

Dry vermouth keeps the Scotch austere, matching smoky and briny snacks:

  • Smoked trout on rye
  • Marinated olives
  • Sharp white cheddar
  • Oatcakes with butter

Similar taste

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