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Bobby Burns (Variation)

Served in a coupe glass · ~187 cal

Bobby Burns (Variation)

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Scotch e.g. Johnnie Walker, Monkey Shoulder
  • 45 ml Sweet vermouth e.g. Carpano Antica, Cocchi di Torino
  • 10 ml Bénédictine
  • Garnish Lemon peel

Preparation

  1. Stir all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.

Origin Story

The Bobby Burns cocktail dates back to the late 19th century and is named after the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns. Variations of this drink, including the one featuring Scotch, sweet vermouth, and Bénédictine, have emerged as bartenders seek to put their own spin on this classic, celebrating its rich heritage.

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