Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsThe RoofWhiskey Cocktail Recipe

Whiskey Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by The Roof
Time10m
Serves1

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnish Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill the Glass

    Start by placing your cocktail glass in the freezer or filling it with ice water to chill while you prepare the cocktail.

  2. 2

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of whiskey, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of bitters.

  3. 3

    Shake or Stir

    Fill the shaker with ice and either shake for about 15 seconds (for a frothy texture) or stir for about 30 seconds (for a smoother texture).

  4. 4

    Strain into Glass

    Remove the cocktail glass from the freezer (or discard the ice water), and strain the mixed cocktail into the chilled glass.

Garnishing

  1. 5

    Add the Cherry

    Gently place one maraschino cherry into the center of the cocktail.

  2. 6

    Finish with Orange Peel

    Twist an orange peel strip over the cocktail to release its oils, then place it on the rim of the glass as garnish.

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