Rob Roy No. 3

Brian Silva Balthazar UK | London

photo: Daniel Krieger
rob roy no. 3 cocktail london

It might look incorrect on paper, but Brian Silva’s overhaul of a classic scotch whisky cocktail is inspired by the structure of a “perfect” cocktail, harnessing the sweet and savory extremes of both dry and sweet vermouth in a crisp and dry orange peel garnished drink.

Ingredients

Serving: 1

  • 2 ounces blended scotch (preferably Famous Grouse)
  • 2 ounces blended scotch (preferably Famous Grouse)
  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
  • 1/2 ounce bianco vermouth
  • 1/2 ounce bianco vermouth

Garnish: orange peel

Directions
  1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass.
  2. Add ice and stir until chilled.
  3. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
  4. Garnish with an orange peel.

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