Name: Bobby Burns Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 4 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 45 ml Scotch whisky; 30 ml Sweet Vermouth; 7 ml Benedictine; 1 piece Lemon twist (for garnish)

Bobby Burns

Description

The Bobby Burns cocktail is named after the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns. It is a close relative of the Rob Roy, incorporating Benedictine for a herbal touch.

This drink gained prominence in the early 20th century and remains a sophisticated choice for whisky lovers.

Ingredients

45 ml Scotch whisky
30 ml Sweet Vermouth
7 ml Benedictine
1 piece Lemon twist (for garnish)

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir with ice.

Instructions

Stir all ingredients with ice.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass (recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

4 mins Easy Approx. 24% ABV 1.9 units 175 kcal Ice Batch friendly