Rob Roy

Whiskey · Stir · Martini Glass

Rob Roy Recipe

Rob Roy is a classic whiskey cocktail made with Scotch Whisky, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters. Learn how to make this stir cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.

The Rob Roy is the Scottish version of a Manhattan, substituting rye whisky with Scotch to bring a rounder malt flavor and a subtle hint of smoke.

Ingredients

  • Scotch Whisky 60ml
  • Sweet Vermouth 30ml
  • Angostura Bitters 2 dashes

Garnish: Maraschino Cherry

Flavor: Sweet Bitter Smoky Herbal

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ingredients in a Rob Roy?

Rob Roy is made with 60ml Scotch Whisky, 30ml Sweet Vermouth, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters. It is garnished with maraschino cherry.

How do you make a Rob Roy?

Make a Rob Roy using the stir technique and serve it in a Martini Glass, garnished with maraschino cherry.

What spirit is a Rob Roy made with?

Rob Roy is a whiskey-based cocktail with a strong strength.

What does a Rob Roy taste like?

A Scotch whisky take on the Manhattan, with more pronounced malt and smoke. Key flavors: sweet, bitter, smoky, herbal.

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