Frost Cocktail
The frost cocktail perfectly captures seasonal flavours by combining blended scotch whisky with crisp apple cider and aromatic bitters. Its success stems from its exquisite simplicity; a few carefully chosen components produce an ideal drink, delivering on all fronts. Served over ice in an old fashioned glass or mug, this concoction has a beautiful blend of sweet, tart and subtle spice - making it an ideal option for evenings as a demonstration that minimal ingredients can yield enormous flavour.
Ingredients
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- 30mL blended scotch whisky
- 90mL chilled apple cider
- 3mL aromatic bitters
- 1for garnish apple slice or cinnamon stick
- Ice cubes
Method
- Step 1
Fill an old fashioned glass or a sturdy mug with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 2
Add the blended scotch, cold apple cider and aromatic bitters before stirring gently for 20-30 seconds using a bar spoon, ensuring that it is fully cold.
- Step 3
Garnish with a fresh apple slice or a cinnamon stick to add aroma and serve immediately.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
The ideal dilution occurs when the sound of the ice clinking on the mixing glass becomes less sharp and more of a smooth swish, suggesting that the correct temperature has been achieved.
Serving Tip 1
If using a cinnamon stick, delicately char one end with a flame just before serving; the slight smoke enhances the seasonal spice’s aroma.
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