Holidays are the best time to gather with family and friends, celebrate, and try drinks with unique flavors. If you love whiskey, then below you will find whisky cocktail recipes with various types of this beverage that will complete your holiday gatherings.
Specially Garnished "Old Fashioned"
Just a few additions and you have a classic "Old Fashioned" whiskey cocktail to complete your holiday gathering.
Ingredients
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60 ml bourbon or whiskey
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15 ml pure honey
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2 dashes of bitters
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1 dash of orange bitters
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Cinnamon stick and orange peel for garnish
The preparation method is simple and does not take much time. Add whiskey, honey, and bitters into a large glass, pour in ice, and stir until the ingredients are chilled. Pour into a glass and add more ice. Garnish with orange peel and a cinnamon stick.
This simple ingredient cocktail can be paired with chocolate desserts, caramel cakes, or almond cookies.
Hot "Hot Toddy"
An irreplaceable choice, especially on cold spring days, to celebrate holidays with family.
Ingredients
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60 ml Scotch whiskey or bourbon
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1 tablespoon honey
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15 ml fresh lemon juice
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1 cup hot water
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1 cinnamon stick
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Lemon slice with cloves for garnish
To prepare, simply mix the whiskey with honey and lemon in a heat-resistant glass. Pour in hot water and stir until the honey dissolves. Finally, garnish the drink with a cinnamon stick and a lemon slice.
The drink can be paired with cheeses, cinnamon, and apple pies. It perfectly complements the salty taste of cheese and the mild sweetness of baked goods.
Whiskey + Apple Juice (Whiskey Apple Spritz)
A light, fruity, and festive cocktail that can easily become an irreplaceable part of any gathering. If you are a whiskey lover and always try to find different recipes, flavors, and combinations, then it's time to try whiskey and apple juice.
Ingredients
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60 ml bourbon or Scotch whiskey
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120 ml natural apple juice
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Ice
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Apple slices for garnish
To prepare, pour the whiskey into a tall glass filled with ice. Add apple juice and stir. Finally, simply garnish with thin apple slices.
It can be paired with roasted chicken, nut-based salads, or apple pie.
Whiskey + Cola (Classic Whiskey & Cola)
A classic option and one of the simplest whisky cocktail recipes. The widely loved cola can also be combined with a strong and complex alcoholic drink like whiskey.
Ingredients
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50 ml bourbon or Scotch whiskey
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150 ml cola
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Ice
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Lemon slice or lime for garnish
To prepare, pour the whiskey into a glass filled with ice, add cola, and stir. Finally, garnish the cocktail with a thin slice of lemon or lime to make the drink even more refreshing.
It can be paired with various burgers, French fries, and even cheese-based appetizers. The cocktail has a simple composition and can complete a family holiday table in minutes.
How to Choose Whiskey
Since ancient times, whiskey has been a beloved alcoholic drink for many, but let’s understand a few key factors that will help make the right choice.
Whiskey can be categorized by three indicators – place of production, ingredients, and production process. For example, Scotch whiskey is mainly made from malted barley, distilled twice, and often has a smoky taste.
Irish whiskey is lighter because it is distilled three times and usually has a smoother and softer flavor. American bourbon is mainly made from corn and has a sweet and vanilla-like taste.
If you prefer smoky and complex alcoholic drinks, then from Vino&Vino, a specialized alcohol store, you can purchase WOVEN WHISKY "AWE" N.18 Experience Scotch whiskey and prepare the most delicious holiday cocktails. By the way, you can also enjoy it neat.
From Vino&Vino, you can purchase whiskeys from different corners of the world that have arrived in Armenia and enjoy them at warm and festive family gatherings.
