The Blood and Sand cocktail is probably the second most iconic Scotch cocktail around. The obvious title-owner is the Rob Roy, though I think that crown might be slipping. In recent years, I haven't seen many bars or restaurants touting their Rob Roys, but it seems like … [Read more...] about Cocktail Recipe: Blood and Sand
Scotch Cocktail
Cocktail Recipe: Rob Roy
We've hit quite a few classic American Whiskey cocktails already, so I thought it would be nice if we turned our cocktail shakers towards classic Scotch cocktails for a bit and nothing is more classic than the Rob Roy. Created in 1894 at the Waldorf Astoria in NYC as a tribute to … [Read more...] about Cocktail Recipe: Rob Roy
Cocktail Recipe: Modern Cocktail
The Modern Cocktail is a classic cocktail that's ridiculously easy to manipulate to fit into any cocktail scenario. Smoky, funky, sweet, spicy, this cocktail can do it all by just changing your selection of its core spirits: Scotch and Rum. Two spirits that have a wide range of … [Read more...] about Cocktail Recipe: Modern Cocktail
Prohibition Cocktail: the Modern Cocktail
I really like this cocktail. Every time I make it I imagine myself in some 1920's speakeasy mixing up an illegal concoction for a thirsty law breaker. Maybe it's a politician or a policeman on the take. A mobster or an everyday Joe just looking to wash away his day and add a … [Read more...] about Prohibition Cocktail: the Modern Cocktail
Pre-Prohibition Cocktail: Rob Roy
Simple and delicious the Rob Roy came to life at the Waldorf Astoria well before prohibition took hold of America in 1920. This famous cocktail was created in 1894 and named after the famous Scottish hero of the same name and whose life had been turned into an operetta that same … [Read more...] about Pre-Prohibition Cocktail: Rob Roy
Pre-prohibition Scotch Cocktail: Remsen Cooler
A very refreshing, and simple, cocktail that is a fantastic substitute for soda with your meal. Yes I did just say that and yes I do mean it. The effervescence from the club soda, the citrus from the lemon, and the smoke from the Scotch are a great combination. While the level of … [Read more...] about Pre-prohibition Scotch Cocktail: Remsen Cooler
Prohibition Era Scotch Cocktail: Highland Fling
The blend of the sweet vermouth, orange bitters, and blended scotch give this cocktail a wonderful old fashioned feeling. It feels like something my grandpa would have drank if he wasn't Mormon. There is a real classic feeling to this drink and the hint of salt from the olive(s) … [Read more...] about Prohibition Era Scotch Cocktail: Highland Fling
Scotch Cocktail: Scotch Royale
The first time I made this prohibition-era Scotch cocktail it was... interesting. Awful one might say if they were to be speaking bluntly. Though, to be honest, I'm not much of a Champagne guy so that definitely played into it because when I made it the first time the Champagne … [Read more...] about Scotch Cocktail: Scotch Royale
The Churchill
Named after the famous UK Prime Minister this drink is tart, sweet, and smokey (depending on the whiskey you use) and pairs very well with a warm summer night. 1 1/2 measures Scotch 1/2 measure red vermouth 1/2 measure lime juice 1/2 measure Cointreau /Grand … [Read more...] about The Churchill