The Rob Roy
Hailing from the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City, the Rob Roy is an 1894 cocktail that is very spirit forward with a flavorful finish due to the Angostura Bitters. The drink is named after an opera of the time period based on the Scottish folk hero Rob Roy McGregor. Although not an IBA Official Cocktail, the Rob Roy is a solid Scotch Whisky cocktail option that is meany for sipping and casual enjoyment.
Ingredients:
2 oz. Scotch Whisky
1 oz. Sweet Vermouth
3 dashes Angostura Bitters
Cocktail Profile
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Served: Neat
Strength: Strong
Difficulty: Simple
Flavor: Spiced
Method:
Stirred over ice, strained into a chilled glass, garnished, and served straight up, or mixed in rocks glass, filled with ice.
