Scotland's answer to the Manhattan — created at the Waldorf Astoria in 1894 to celebrate a Rob Roy opera premiere. Scotch whisky and sweet vermouth, stirred with a dash of Angostura.

• Blended Scotch whisky5 cl
• Sweet vermouth2.5 cl
• Angostura bitters2 dashes

1. 1Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass filled with ice.
2. 2Stir for 30 seconds until well chilled.
3. 3Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
4. 4Garnish with a Luxardo cherry or lemon twist.