Rob Roy recipe

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A Scottish Manhattan made with blended Scotch, served straight up in a cocktail glass.

Aperitif Court Great classics
Volume 7.6 cl
Alcohol 31 %
Calories 1320 kcal
Colour Brown, Red
Difficulty Easy
Published 10/2026
Prep time 4 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the Scotch, sweet vermouth and Angostura into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir for about thirty seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

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History

Created in 1894 at New York's Waldorf Hotel for the premiere of an operetta about the Scottish outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor.

Decoration

Garnish with a maraschino cherry on a pick.

Variation

Using dry vermouth instead of sweet vermouth and a lemon zest instead of the cherry gives a “Dry Rob Roy”.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Rob Roy called?

The Rob Roy cocktail is also known as rob roy, scotch manhattan, whisky vermouth cocktail.

Which glass should Rob Roy be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Cocktail glass.

What is the volume of Rob Roy?

The volume of the Rob Roy cocktail is 7.6 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Rob Roy?

The alcohol content of the Rob Roy recipe is 31%.

How many calories are in Rob Roy?

The calories of the Rob Roy cocktail are estimated at 1320 calories.

What colour is Rob Roy?

The Rob Roy cocktail is Brown, Red in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 17/10/2026

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