Ingredients
Scotch Whisky45 ml
Sweet Vermouth30 ml
Dry Vermouth30 ml
Angostura Bitters2 dashes
Lemon Twist (optional, express and discard)
Glassware
Cocktail glass
Chilled.
Method
- 1
Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice cubes.
- 2
Add the Scotch whisky, sweet vermouth, and dry vermouth.
- 3
Add the Angostura bitters.
- 4
Stir steadily for 25–30 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
- 5
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- 6
Optionally express a lemon twist over the surface, then discard, and serve.
From the Bartender
Using a blended Scotch keeps the whisky from overpowering the vermouth balance, but a lightly peated single malt adds welcome complexity; avoid heavily sherried expressions, which can clash with the dry vermouth.
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