Bobby Burns
A Scotch whisky cocktail with sweet vermouth and Benedictine, plus a lemon twist. It is lightly acidic and off-dry, and fairly strong at about 24% ABV.
Also in Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails, with a different recipe →
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Bobby Burns
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Volume123 ml
Strength24% ABV
Alcohol29 ml (23 g)72 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar5 g (4.1%)1.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.07%
SweetnessOff-dry
Fancy Drinks (1902)
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