Some believe that Rob Roy (Cocktail, a 1995 Scottish drama starring Liam Neeson) was created in Hoboken, New Jersey in the late 19th century. As the story goes, a sales representative for a certain brand of additives Scotch whisky Bartender Henry August asked Orfil to make him a drink that contained his spirit. Orfil served customers based on Scotch. Manhattan riff, incidentally creating what is one of the most famous in the world. Scotch cocktail. Of course, there are many authors of success; Others say the recipe for the classic Rob Roy cocktail originated in a New York City bar inside the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, citing its proximity to the Herald Square Theater, where Scottish folk hero Rob Roy’s namesake But an operetta was being performed.
Like most The classic cocktailRob Roy’s recipes are repetitive. You can use sweet or dry. Vermouth Or split the difference to create a “perfect Rob Roy.” While blended Scotch whiskey is the most common base spirit, you can mix in American single malt or even Japanese whiskey. Swap the Angostura for Peachaud or orange bitters, and serve the drink in a chilled coupe, Nick & Nora, or martini glass. Garnish it with lemon peel, orange peel or Maraschino cherries. After all, dates are prepared – shouldn’t your cocktail be too?