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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.


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