Yash Lakhan
March 25, 2025
Whisky cocktails have been timeless classics; each providing a unique way of enjoying the spirit – ranging from vintage concoctions to newer twists. Each drink showcases the versatility of the spirit by balancing its flavour with a variety of ingredients, irrespective of their preparation method. *All concoctions listed use 30ml liquor measurements. Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.
A whisky-based cocktail consisting of dissolving sugar in bitters and stirring over ice, adds to the liquor’s character while mellowing its pungency by a notch.
Made by shaking together whisky, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup, including an egg white froth can smoothen its consistency and equanimate tartness, depending on taste preferences.
A stirred drink that celebrates the spirit’s bitter profile by using vermouth and bitters also showcases the whisky’s spiced and rich flavour.
A Scotch alternative to the Manhattan offers a relatively smoky and drier mouthfeel compared to its counterpart, giving the variation a unique spin.
A contemporary whisky cocktail that uses a combination of blended Scotch and a float of peaty Islay Scotch to create sweet, sour and smoky flavours – is offset using citrus for balanced sips.