Jun 09 2026

Highlander Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Scotch, Drambuie, lemon juice, Laphroaig float

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the Scotch whisky, Drambuie, and fresh lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 3

    Strain

    Strain the mixture into a chilled old-fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.

  4. 4

    Float the Laphroaig

    Carefully pour the Laphroaig whisky over the back of a spoon to create a float on top of the drink.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lemon twist or a lemon wheel if desired.

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