Amber Nectar

Amber Nectar image
Serve in
a Coupe glass...
2 shot Dewar's 12 Year Old Scotch whisky
¼ shot Islay single malt Scotch whisky
2 spoon Runny honey
1 shot Martini Extra Dry vermouth BUY
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How to make:

STIR honey with scotch in base of shaker until honey dissolves. ADD other ingredients, SHAKE with ice and strain into ice-filled glass.

Garnish:

Lemon zest twist

Comment:

Honey lifts and enhances this blend of scotch, single Islay malt and dry vermouth.

Origin:

Adapted by Simon Difford from a cocktail promoted in 2013 by Bols, the Dutch liqueur producer. Originally based on vodka with Bols honey liqueur, the honey cried out for scotch and then some Islay single malt. It's called the Amber Nectar after all.

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