Rob Roy
The Scotch cousin of the Manhattan: whisky, sweet vermouth and aromatic bitters, stirred and silky. Three stable ingredients and a fixed ratio make it a reliable batch-and-chill candidate.
Ingredients
| Blended Scotch whisky | 2 oz |
| Sweet vermouth | 1 oz |
| Angostura bitters | 0.05 oz |
| Total volume | 3.05 oz |
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Tip: change “Make” to scale the recipe, or switch units for the metric world.
How to make it
Stirred · Easy · about 3 minutes
- 1
Add the blended scotch whisky, sweet vermouth and angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- 2
Stir for 20–30 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.
- 3
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4
Garnish with cocktail cherry.
Tools you'll need
Making a batch for a party?
Here's a pre-calculated batch of 12 with 22% dilution water built in. Scale to any number with the batch calculator →
| Ingredient | × 12 | Bottles |
|---|---|---|
| Blended Scotch whisky | 24.0 oz | 1 |
| Sweet vermouth | 12.0 oz | 1 |
| Angostura bitters | 0.6 oz | 1 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Rob Roy FAQ
What's in a Rob Roy?
A classic Rob Roy is made with blended scotch whisky, sweet vermouth, angostura bitters. It's stirred and served in a coupe glass.
What is the ABV of a Rob Roy?
A classic Rob Roy is approximately 32.2% ABV — about 1.64 US standard drinks per serving once you account for dilution.
Should I shake or stir a Rob Roy?
Stir it. The Rob Roy is spirit-forward with no citrus, so stirring keeps it silky and crystal-clear.
How do I batch Rob Roys for a party?
Scale every ingredient by your guest count, then add about 22% dilution water. The BatchPour batch calculator does the math for any number.