Perfect Rob Roy

Ingredients

• 2 oz Blended Scotch
• 0.5 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Lemon twist · optional garnish

Method

1. 1

   Add the Scotch, both vermouths, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.

2. 2

   Stir until well-chilled, about 20-30 seconds.

3. 3

   Strain into a chilled coupe.

4. 4

   Express a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in.

The Story

The Rob Roy is the Manhattan with Scotch, and like the Manhattan it has a perfect version that splits the vermouth between sweet and dry. It is the usual way to order a lighter, drier Rob Roy.