Bobby Burns

A sophisticated and spirit-forward classic that elevates the Scotch-based Rob Roy with a touch of herbal complexity. It offers a rich, velvety texture with a perfect balance between smoky whisky, botanical vermouth, and honeyed herbs.

Base
whiskey
Difficulty
Medium
Glass
coupe
Strength
high

Ingredients

  • 2 ozBlended Scotch Whisky(A quality blended Scotch is traditional)
  • 3/4 ozSweet Vermouth
  • 1/4 ozBénédictine(Herbal liqueur)

Garnish: Lemon twist or a shortbread cookie

Instructions

  1. 1Add the Scotch whisky, sweet vermouth, and Bénédictine into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. 2Stir well for about 20-30 seconds until the drink is thoroughly chilled.
  3. 3Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
  4. 4Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in, or serve with a side of shortbread.