Jul 09 2026
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Distiller’s Handshake Recipe

Inspired by The Royal Mile
Time10m
Serves1

Make Distiller’s Handshake Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Spirits

Bitters

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill the Glass

    Start by chilling a cocktail glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and letting it sit while you prepare the drink.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, add 2 oz of rye whiskey and 1 oz of sweet vermouth. This forms the base of your cocktail.

  3. 3

    Add Bitters

    Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters and 2 dashes of orange bitters to the mixing glass. These will enhance the flavor profile of your cocktail.

  4. 4

    Stir the Mixture

    Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for about 20-30 seconds, or until well chilled and diluted to your preference.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Glass

    Discard the ice water from your chilled glass and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass using a fine mesh strainer.

  6. 6

    Garnish the Cocktail

    Garnish your cocktail by placing a maraschino cherry in the center and adding an orange twist on the rim of the glass.

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