Rob Roy with Lemon Twist
A Rob Roy with Lemon Twist is a classic Scotch-based cocktail, essentially a Manhattan made with Scotch whisky instead of rye or bourbon. It's typically composed of Scotch, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters, served in a chilled cocktail glass and garnished with a lemon twist. The drink is named after the Scottish folk hero Rob Roy MacGregor and originated in New York City in the late 19th century.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This cocktail is very low in protein and carbohydrates, with the majority of its calories coming from the alcohol and a small amount of sugar from the sweet vermouth. A typical serving contains roughly 150-180 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 3.5 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 2.5 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Alcohol | 14 g |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 3 mg |
| Potassium | 20 mg |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Folate | 1 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 90 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Rob Roy is a cultural hybrid, pairing the quintessential Scottish spirit (Scotch) with the Italian vermouth tradition, all served in an American cocktail style. Its garnish, a lemon twist, adds aromatic citrus oils without significant calories, enhancing the sensory experience.
