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Improved Whiskey Cocktail Recipe
ByJames
The Improved Whiskey Cocktail is a timeless classic with roots in the late 19th century, believed to have originated in the United States during the pre-Prohibition era. This drink is an enhanced version of the traditional whiskey cocktail, featuring a touch of maraschino liqueur and absinthe to deepen the flavor profile. It’s a bold, spirit-forward cocktail that highlights the whiskey while adding subtle complexity.
Improved Whiskey Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
4
minutesCalories
211
kcal
Cook Mode
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Ingredients
60 ml 2 fl oz whiskey (bourbon or rye)
1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon maraschino liqueur
1 dash 1 dash absinthe
1 dash 1 dash Angostura bitters
1 dash 1 dash Peychaud’s bitters
1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon simple syrup
Lemon peel
Equipment
Mixing glass
Bar spoon
Jigger
Strainer
Old Fashioned glass
Instructions
- Chill your glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice while you prepare the drink.
- In a mixing glass, add the whiskey, maraschino liqueur, absinthe, Angostura bitters, Peychaud’s bitters, and simple syrup.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir for about 20-30 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into your chilled Old Fashioned glass over a large ice cube or straight up.
- Express the oils from a lemon peel over the drink by twisting it above the glass. Use the peel as a garnish.
