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Scotch, commonly known as scotch whisky, is a distilled spirit that originated in Scotland. Besides its rich history, this alcohol is renowned for its complex flavours and distinct character. Crafted from malted barley, fresh spring water and yeast, it requires a lot of attention during preparation and is often aged for several years in oak barrels. Scotch traditionally has a smoky and peaty flavour along fruity or floral notes sometimes. This beverage is an amazing base for a variety of cocktails including classics like Rob Roy and Penicillin. It combines well with pineapple juice, apple juice, lemon, beer, sweet vermouth and bitters.
Penicillin
Ingredients
- 60 ml blended scotch
- 25 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 25 ml honey-ginger syrup
- 15 ml Islay single malt scotch
- Garnish: candied ginger
Method
- Add the blended scotch, lemon juice and syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake until well-chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass over fresh ice.
- Top with the Islay single malt scotch. Garnish with a piece of candied ginger. Enjoy.
Rob Roy
Ingredients
- 60 ml scotch
- 25 ml sweet vermouth
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- Garnish: brandied cherries
Method
- Add the scotch, sweet vermouth and bitters into a mixing glass.
- Fill it with ice and stir until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with speared brandied cherries.
Bobby Burns
Ingredients
- 30 ml blended scotch whisky
- 30 ml sweet vermouth
- 15 ml Benedictine
- Garnish: lemon peel
Method
- Add the scotch, vermouth and Benedictine to a mixing glass.
- Fill it with ice and stir well until chilled.
- Strain into a cocktail glass. Twist a lemon peel over the glass. Serve chilled.
Godfather
Ingredients
- 60 ml blended scotch
- 15 ml amaretto
Method
- Fill a mixing glass 2/3 full of ice.
- Add the scotch and amaretto and stir until well-chilled.
- Strain into a cocktail glass over fresh ice. Serve immediately.
Rusty Nail
Ingredients
- 45 ml scotch
- 20 ml Drambuie
Method
- Add the scotch and Drambuie into a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well-chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over one large ice cube. Serve chilled.
