Nailed It!
Meet the top three mixologists who poured their hearts into the most impressive and unforgettable DRAMBUIE® cocktails during our NAIL OR FAIL events this fall. Stock up on these ingredients and enjoy the ultimate DRAMBUIE® experience.
"The Nail of Betrayal"
Dustin Drankiewicz, Austin, TX/Las Vegas, NV
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part white whisky
- Bar spoon thyme-infused dry vermouth
- Bar spoon orange blossom honey
- Fresh lemon
- 2 dashes celery bitters
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into a martini glass. Garnish with fresh thyme and a lemon twist.
"Brynbuie"
Bryn Coleman, Columbus, OH
In a coffee mug, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part black raspberry liqueur
- 1 part chocolate liqueur
- 4 parts French roast coffee
Garnish with fresh whipped cream topped with three coffee beans, shaved chocolate, and a fresh raspberry.
"The Nobleman"
Clint Sterwald, Milwaukee, WI
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 2 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part apple wood smoked apple nectar
- Squeeze lemon wedge
- Dash nutmeg
- 2 cloves
- Sprig of rosemary
- Honey to taste
Shake until the tin is frosted, double strain into an old fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
RUNNERS-UP
Check out the rest of our favorite cocktails from the NAIL OR FAIL events around the country.
"Rusty Farian"
Richard Moe, Phoenix, AZ
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 3 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 4 parts Jamaican dark rum
- Squeeze lemon wedge
- Squeeze orange wedge
- Squeeze lime wedge
- 2 dashes South American style bitters
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with toasted orange peel and Jamaican spiced rock candy.
"Scotland Yard"
Tommy McCormack, Phoenix, AZ
In a tall glass, muddle:
- 4 slices cucumber
- 1 part honey
- 1 dash orange liqueur
Fill with ice, add:
- 4 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
Roll into a mixing tin and back into glass, add:
- Jamaican ginger beer to top
Twist orange peel over drink, garnish with cucumber peel.
"Scottish Samurai"
Adam Hodak, Denver, CO
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 3 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 3 parts blended Japanese whisky
- 2 parts orange juice
- 2 dashes yuzu juice
- 1 part yuzu honey
Stir until the tin is frosted, strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice, add:
- 2 dashes smoked bitters
"Punto Sporco"
Kevin Burke, Denver, CO
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 3 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 2 parts amaro
- 1 part rye syrup
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into an old-fashioned glass containing one lump of ice. Garnish with an orange twist.
"Classic Nail"
Aaron Geib, Columbus, OH
In an old-fashioned glass, muddle:
- 1 orange slice, rind removed
- 1 sugar cube
Fill with ice, add:
- 3 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 2 parts small-batch Bourbon
Roll into a mixing tin and back into glass, add:
- Splash of club soda
Garnish with a cherry and an orange twist.
"Crossbow"
Gil Garcia, Milwaukee, WI
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 2 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part amaretto
- 3 parts white grape juice
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a white grape leaf.
"Lion's Mane"
Matt Coughlin, Boston, MA
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 2 parts London dry gin
- 1 part yellow raspberry puree (with French aperitif wine and honey added)
- Squeeze lemon wedge
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into a martini glass. Garnish with yuzu zest.
"Highland Swizzle"
Dave Delaney, Boston, MA
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 2 parts rye whisky
- 1 part Lapsang Souchong tea syrup
- 1 part fresh lemon juice
- 2 dashes bitters
Stir until tin is frosted, strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with fresh mint sprig, bruised.
Lapsang Souchong tea syrup: Mix equal parts hot Lapsang Souchong tea and superfine sugar, stir to dissolve and allow to cool to room temperature.
"The Fruity Nail"
Adrian Cane, Philadelphia, PA
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 2 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part blended Scotch whisky
- 1 part pomegranate liqueur
- 1 part lemon juice
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into a martini glass, float:
- 1 part Champagne
Garnish with burnt orange peel and pomegranate seeds.
"Red Hot Apple Nail"
Stephen Walker, Philadelphia, PA
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 4 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part apple spice liqueur
- 1 part cranberry juice
- 2 slices fresh ginger, peeled
Shake until the tin is frosted, strain into a rocks glass rimmed with spicy cinnamon.
"The White Nail"
Ashley Schirmer, New York City
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 3 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 4 dashes vanilla extract
- 2 dashes cinnamon bitters
Shake until the tin is frosted, add:
- 4 parts whole milk
Swirl to chill, strain into a martini glass. Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.
"The Perfect Nail"
Soy Chevier, New York City
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 4 parts rye whisky
- 1 part dry vermouth
Stir until the tin is frosted, strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
"Nail a Griffin"
Aaron Taylor, Portland, OR
In a tall glass filled with ice, add:
- 2 parts DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 2 parts small-batch Bourbon
- 1 part French herbal liqueur
- 4 parts Buddha's Hand Puree
- 2 dashes bitters
Roll into mixing tin, swirl until chilled, roll back into glass. Garnish with Buddha's Hand slice.
"Nail"
Tommy Klus, Portland, OR
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 2 parts Islay single-malt Scotch
- 1 part sweet vermouth
- Squeeze 2 lemon wedges
- Honey to taste
Shake until the tin is frosted, double strain into an old fashioned glass over 4 perfect cubes. Garnish with an orange peel and lightly grated cinnamon.
"Silk Nail"
Myles Worrell, Austin, TX
In a mixing tin half-filled with ice, add:
- 1 part DRAMBUIE® Liqueur
- 1 part banana liquor
- 4 dashes hazelnut liqueur
Shake until the tin is frosted, add:
- 3 parts half-and-half
Swirl to chill, strain into a martini glass swirled with raspberry-chocolate sauce and rimmed with:
- Honey
- Crushed cinnamon graham cracker
- Shredded coconut
Garnish with grated unsweetened baker's chocolate and a fresh raspberry.
ENJOY OUR GOOD TASTE WITH YOUR GOOD JUDGEMENT.®
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