This Bobby Burns recipe is very similar to the Rob Roy, which is another famous Scotch cocktail. The only difference is that this recipe uses equal parts of scotch and sweet vermouth, whereas Rob Roy uses a two-to-one proportion.
This recipe also uses half an ounce of Benedictine instead of dashes of bitters for the Rob Roy. However, the Bobby Burns has a unique taste because it is made with blended scotch whisky.
Combine the scotch, vermouth, and benedictine into a mixing glass.
Add some ice and stir until fully combined and chilled.
Strain the contents into a cocktail glass.
Garnish it with a lemon peel. Squeeze it over the glass first to release some of its zest into the drink.
Recipe Note
You can use any sweet vermouth you like, but choosing the dryer, more botanical types for the best combination with the scotch whiskey is usually recommended.
