Water Moccasin Cocktail Recipe

The Water Moccasin cocktail is a popular party drink that balances the boldness of whiskey with sweet and tart flavors. Named after the venomous snake, this drink has a bite, but its smooth and fruity taste makes it easy to sip. Typically associated with American nightlife, this cocktail has gained popularity in bars and clubs across the U.S., though its exact origin remains a mystery.

Water Moccasin Cocktail Recipe

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Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Calories

186

kcal

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 45 ml 4/7 fl oz whiskey (preferably Crown Royal)

• 15 ml 1/2 fl oz peach schnapps

• 15 ml 3/7 fl oz triple sec

• 15 ml 1/2 fl oz sweet and sour mix

• 1 splash 1 lemon-lime soda (optional)

Equipment

• 
  Cocktail shaker
• 
  Jigger
• 
  Strainer
• 
  Rocks glass

Instructions

• Fill your cocktail shaker with ice to chill the ingredients.
• Add the whiskey, peach schnapps, triple sec, and sweet and sour mix into the shaker.
• Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds, ensuring all the flavors blend well.
• Strain the mixture into a rocks glass.
• Add a splash of lemon-lime soda on top for a fizzy, refreshing twist.

Notes

• If you prefer a slightly sweeter version, increase the amount of peach schnapps to enhance the fruitiness without overpowering the whiskey.