5 Whisky Cocktails To Refresh After A Long Day
There is no one way of drinking whisky. Sip it straight, chill it with ice or mix it up with other ingredients to craft delectable cocktails. Whisky offers a satisfying and refreshing experience after a long day. So if you are interested in creating tempting whisky cocktails to sip, you have arrived at the right place! We have curated a special list of simple cocktail recipes that are perfect for rejuvenating your senses.
Must-Try Refreshing Whisky Cocktail Recipes
1. Old-Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
A simple and elegant drink, old-fashioned is a must-try for anyone who loves whisky! This is one of the iconic and oldest whisky cocktails. Crafted with whisky, bitters, and sugar, this sophisticated cocktail brings out the complexity and flavours of the spirit perfectly. Here’s the cocktail recipe made using the finest Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky that you can try at home:
Ingredients
- Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky - 60ml
- Angostura Bitters - 3 dashes
- Water - 1 teaspoon
- Sugar - 1 teaspoon
- Orange Twist - 1
- Ice
Method
- Grab a mixing glass and add sugar followed by bitters.
- Pour one teaspoon of water into the mixing glass.
- Stir the ingredients together until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Next, fill the mixing glass with ice.
- Measure and pour Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky into the mixing glass.
- Stir well to combine.
- Prepare a rocks glass by placing a big block of ice in it.
- Using a cocktail strainer, strain the mixture from the mixing glass into the prepared rocks glass.
- Twist an orange peel to express the oils into the drink and drop it into the glass to garnish.
2. Whisky Sour Cocktail Recipe
Another classic whisky cocktail that has truly stood the test of time. The robust flavours of the whisky meet the smooth texture of egg whites and the goodness of citrus in a beautiful blend. Whether you want to unwind after a long day or a casual get-together at home, whisky-sour cocktails will surely impress! Here’s the cocktail recipe made using the finest Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky that you can try at home:
Ingredients
- Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky - 60ml
- Lemon juice - 22.5ml
- Simple syrup - 15ml
- Egg-white - 15ml
- Angostura bitters - 1 dash
- Ice
Method
- Grab a cocktail shaker and pour Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky, simple syrup, and freshly squeezed lemon into it.
- Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolk and pour it into the cocktail shaker.
- Dry shake the ingredients without adding ice.
- Next, add some ice to the cocktail shaker and shake again to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a coupe glass.
3. Johnnie Ginger & Honey Cocktail Recipe
What better way to unwind during the sunset than with an enticing Johnnie Walker whisky cocktail?
This is an easy highball recipe that will surely leave your senses refreshed! Crafted using whisky, ginger, citrus and honey, this cocktail is super easy to mix at home. Here’s the cocktail recipe made using the finest Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky that you can try at home:
Ingredients
- Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky - 60ml
- Ginger juice- 15ml
- Honey - ½ spoon
- Lime juice - 10ml
- Soda - top up
Method
- Grab a tall glass and add some ice to it.
- Pour whisky, fresh ginger juice, lime juice and half a spoon of honey.
- Stir to combine and top it up with soda.
- Garnish with a slice of lime and serve!
4. Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe
If you love Mojito, you will definitely enjoy this delightful whisky cocktail! The classic blend of fresh mint, sugar and whisky has been an absolute hit amongst cocktail lovers worldwide. Crafting this cocktail at home is a breeze and its refreshing flavours will surely soothe your soul after a long and tiring day. Here’s the cocktail recipe made using the finest Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky that you can try at home:
Ingredients
- Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky - 60ml
- Simple syrup - 22.5ml
- Mint Leaves - 6-8
- Mint Sprig - 1
- Angostura Bitters - 2 dash
Method
- Grab a cocktail shaker and add mint leaves into it followed by simple syrup.
- Gently muddle the mint leaves to release their essence, and be careful not to exert too much force.
- Next, pour Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky and shake well to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a Julep cup filled with crushed ice.
- Using a bar spoon stir the mixture with the crushed ice.
- Top up with crushed ice to form an ice dome.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and sprinkle a few drops of bitter on top.
5. Whisky & Soda Highball Recipe
Simple, easy-to-mix and truly a classic! The Whisky & Soda Highball recipe is a refreshing cocktail that you can enjoy at home. The robust flavours of Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky mingle seamlessly with soda water to create an enticing whisky cocktail. Here’s the highball recipe to mix this at home:
Ingredients
- Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky - 60ml
- Soda Water - 120ml
- Lemon Wedge/Mint Sprig - 1
- Ice
Method
- Grab a highball glass and fill it with ice.
- Measure and pour Johnnie Walker Black Label Blended Scotch Whisky into the glass over the ice.
- Top up with soda water.
- Garnish with a mint sprig or a lemon wedge.
- Serve and enjoy!
