
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
In a mixing glass half-filled with ice cubes, combine the Scotch and vermouth.
Stir well.
Strain into a cocktail glass.
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




