Whiskey · COCKTAIL GUIDE

Bobby Burns

Best suited to drinkers who like herbal, rich and strong across a broad, weighty texture. The drink is decidedly spirit-forward and better for deliberate sipping. It is better for deliberate sipping, though the exact serve can change its balance. The herbal character remains noticeable into the finish rather than disappearing after the first sip. Lamb and Aged cheese are the first pairing directions in the index, while John Collins offers a useful comparison.

HerbalRichStrong

APPROX. ABV: 29%
STRENGTH: 5/5
DRINKABILITY: 2/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2

Bitterness2

Sourness1

Strength5

Body4

Drinkability2

Fruity0

Herbal4

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Whiskey

20 ml Modifier

Aromatic bitters

Method: Stir with ice and strain.
Glass: Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish: Classic garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Lamb

02Aged cheese

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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