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Affinity
A Scotch Manhattan split between dry and sweet vermouth — the 'perfect' build, smoky and balanced. The Rob Roy's more nuanced sibling.
Servings
Served inCoupe
MethodStirred
Ingredients
- Blended Scotch1½ ounces
- Dry Vermouth¾ ounce
- Sweet Vermouth¾ ounce
- Angostura Bitters2 dashes
- Brandied Cherry1 each
Directions
Stir Scotch, dry vermouth, sweet vermouth, and both bitters with ice until cold. Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a brandied cherry.
Notes
Documented in Hugo Ensslin's 1916 manual. The dual vermouth is what makes it an Affinity rather than a Rob Roy.