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Rusty Nail

The Rusty Nail is a classic cocktail combining Scotch whisky and Drambuie for a rich, warming drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces Scotch whisky
  • 1 ounce Drambuie
  • Ice for serving
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon or stirring stick
  • Jigger for measuring
  • Strainer
  • Old fashioned glass

Method
 

  1. Start by assembling all the ingredients and tools.
  2. Fill your mixing glass with ice.
  3. Using a jigger, pour 2 ounces of Scotch whisky into the mixing glass.
  4. Measure 1 ounce of Drambuie and add it to the mixing glass.
  5. Using a bar spoon, gently stir the mixture for about 30 seconds.
  6. Grab your old-fashioned glass and fill it with fresh ice.
  7. Using a strainer, pour the mixed drink over the ice in your old-fashioned glass.
  8. Finish by twisting a lemon peel over the drink and dropping it in as a garnish.

Notes

This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the ingredients and mix them just before serving.