A scotch Manhattan is known as a Rob Roythe perfect balance of pleasantly smoky scotch whiskey and sweet vermouth.

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One look at a Rob Roy and you may think, Oh hey!

Its just aManhattanwith scotch.

Rob Roy in Cocktail Glass on Top of Granite Coaster

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Yes, its definitely that.

The Rob Roy, named after a Broadway play, dates back to the late 19th century.

Try a familiar scotch you enjoy.

Rob Roy in Cocktail Glass on Top of Granite Coaster

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I findNoilly Prat Sweet Vermouthlighter and fruitier, which works well with lighter blended scotches.

squeezing) the peel first to release the oils.

It will brighten up the cocktail and give it a lovely floral aroma.

Rob Roy in Cocktail Glass on Top of Granite Coaster Surrounded by a Cocktail Mixing Glass and and a Tray with Recipe Ingredients (Vermouth, Whiskey, and Orange)

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Fill a large pitcher halfway with ice, and then pour everything minus the garnish into the pitcher.

Stir it for 20 to 30 seconds to chill.

Immediately strain the cocktail into serving glasses and garnish each with an orange peel.

Pour Rob Roy into a Cocktail Glass from a Mixing Glass with a Tray of Recipe Ingredients (Vermouth, Whiskey, and Orange) in the Background

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Stir for 20 seconds to chill.

Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass and garnish with an orange peel.

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