Flying Scotchman

Flying Scotchman

Equal parts Scotch and sweet vermouth shaken with a touch of syrup and bitters. A softer, slightly sweeter take on the Rob Roy.

20.5% 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 bar1 oz

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

  • Simple Syrup· not in your bar1/4 tsp

    Or swap: Agave Syrup — cleaner sweetness, Honey Syrup — floral sweetness

  • Sweet Vermouth· not in your bar1 oz

    Or swap: Dubonnet — wine-ier, lightly spiced, Port — richer and fruitier

  • Angostura Bitters· not in your bar1 dash

    Or swap: Orange Bitters — citrus-forward, Peychaud's Bitters — brighter, anise-tinged

Instructions

  1. Shake all ingredients with ice.

  2. Strain into a cocktail glass, and serve.

Pairs well with

Sweetened Scotch and vermouth mellow beautifully beside toasty, nutty fare:

  • Honey-glazed cashews
  • Smoked cheese cubes
  • Oat biscuits with jam
  • Dark chocolate squares

Similar taste

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