Speyburn’s Rob Roy cocktail is the perfect serve to raise a toast to St Andrew later this month – named after a strong Scotsman, just like St Andrew, it’s best enjoyed on an autumnal evening by the fireplace. Easily recreated at home with minimal ingredients and equipment, this cocktail showcases Speyburn’s 10 Years Old beautifully, creating a sweet and full-bodied flavour.
Ingredients
50ml (2oz) Speyburn 10 Years Old
25ml (1oz) Sweet vermouth
2 dashes (3 dashes) of Angostura bitters Garnish: Cherry
Glassware
Rocks Ice: Cubed
Method
Add all your ingredients to a short glass before filling with ice and stirring for 15-25 seconds.
Flavours
Fruity, sweet, spiced, aromatic
About Speyburn 10 Years Old, 40% ABV, £28.75
Matured for a decade in a combination of American Oak ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, Speyburn’s award-winning 10 Year Old Single Malt embodies the rich, fresh sweetness of the Speyside region.
Deep, complex and well-balanced, notes of fresh fruit, toffee and butterscotch come through. Delicious and easy-to-drink, the expression offers a long, smooth finish. Fantastic value for money, Speyburn’s 10 Year Old would make a great gift for any whisky-lover this Christmas, or a fantastic addition to your at-home Christmas bar.