What ingredients are in a Loch Lomond?

2 oz Scotch, 1/2 oz Drambuie, 1/2 oz Dry Vermouth, 1 twist of Lemon peel

What glass do you use for a Loch Lomond?

A Loch Lomond is traditionally served in a Cocktail glass.

How strong is a Loch Lomond?

A Loch Lomond has an estimated ABV of 26,85%.

How many calories are in a Loch Lomond?

A Loch Lomond contains approximately 204 calories per serving.

Loch Lomond

Verre Cocktail glass

Difficulté Medium

Calories ~204 kcal

ABV 26,85%

Ingrédients

Scotch 2 oz
Drambuie 1/2 oz
Dry Vermouth 1/2 oz
Lemon peel 1 twist of

Instructions

In a mixing glass half-filled with ice cubes, combine the Scotch, Drambuie, and vermouth. Stir well. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with the lemon twist.

Strong Dark

The Loch Lomond is a stirred Scotch cocktail that combines blended Scotch whisky with Drambuie and dry vermouth, garnished with a lemon twist. The result is a spirit-forward, complex drink that balances smoky whisky with the honeyed herbal sweetness of the Scottish liqueur. It is served up in a cocktail glass, making it a refined choice for Scotch enthusiasts.

History & Origins

The Loch Lomond cocktail takes its name from the famous Scottish lake and was developed as a showcase for Scottish spirits. Its origin is disputed, though cocktails combining Scotch and Drambuie appeared in early 20th-century bar manuals. The addition of dry vermouth gives it a subtle continental sophistication alongside its unmistakably Scottish character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Warm Scotch malt with heather honey and herbal notes from the Drambuie, lifted by bright lemon peel. Palate: Rich and full-bodied, with whisky warmth, honeyed spice, and a dry vermouth backbone providing structure. Finish: Long, warming, and bittersweet with lingering honey and peat.

smoky honeyed herbal warming bittersweet

Pro Tip

Stir gently over ice for at least 30 seconds to properly chill and dilute without over-watering the whisky.

Data verified juillet 2016

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