Mexican Nail

Serve in an Old-fashioned glass...
1½	fl oz	Patrón Reposado (orange seal) 100% agave tequila
1	fl oz	Drambuie liqueur
¼	fl oz	Lagavulin 16 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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How to make:

STIR all ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass.

Garnish:

Lime zest twist

Comment:

Very complex with obvious Islay whisky and tequila notes made more interesting with subtle spice and chocolatey notes.

About:

Created in 2010 by Simon Difford at the Cabinet Room, London, England.

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