Mexican Nail

Mexican Nail image
Serve in
an Old-fashioned glass...
1½ shot Patron Reposado Tequila BUY
1 shot Drambuie liqueur BUY
¼ shot 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.

Origin:

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

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