Bobby Burns
A sophisticated pre-prohibition classic named after Scotland's beloved poet Robert Burns. Sweet vermouth and Benedictine add herbal depth to scotch in this stirred, elegant sipper.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Blended scotch whisky
- 1.5 oz Sweet vermouth
- 0.3 oz Benedictine
- lemon twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Enjoy with Scottish haggis, venison steak, or rich chocolate desserts to enhance the sophisticated herbal and sweet vermouth notes of this classic.
Instructions
Add scotch, sweet vermouth, and Benedictine to a mixing glass filled with ice
Stir for 30 seconds until well chilled and silky
Strain into a chilled coupe glass
Express a lemon twist over the drink and rest it on the rim
Tips
The Benedictine is the secret weapon here; its herbal honey character bridges the scotch and vermouth beautifully Use a quality sweet vermouth like Carpano Antica or Cocchi di Torino for best results This drink benefits from a slightly longer stir to achieve the right silky texture and dilution