The 1961 Scotch Cup was the third edition of the men's World Curling Championship.

It was held across four venues: Ayr, Kirkcaldy, Perth and Edinburgh, Scotland.

The tournament began with games in Ayr on 21 March.

[1] In the final, Canada won the Scotch Cup for the third time with a 12-7 win over Scotland in the final.

Skip: Hec Gervais Third: Ray Werner Second: Vic Raymer Lead: Wally Ursuliak Skip: Willie McIntosh Third: Andrew McLaren Second: Jim Miller Lead: Bob Stirrat Skip: Dr. Frank Crealock Third: Ken Sherwood Second: John Jamieson Lead: Bud McCartney At Ayr Curling Rink.