Whiskey · Classic · IBA official recipe
Rusty Nail
A smooth, honeyed classic combining Scotch and Drambuie.
- Glass
- Rocks glass
- Technique
- Stirred
- Strength
- 33.3% ABV (estimated)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 5 min
The Rusty Nail is a timeless two-ingredient cocktail that balances the smoky, peaty notes of blended Scotch with the rich, spiced sweetness of Drambuie. Served over ice in a rocks glass, it offers a warming, mellow finish that is perfect for a quiet evening. The lemon zest garnish adds a subtle aromatic lift, cutting through the richness to keep the drink fresh and balanced. It is an easy yet sophisticated choice for those who appreciate classic whisky-based sips.
Ingredients
Method
Fill a rocks glass with fresh ice cubes.
Add 45 ml of blended Scotch whisky to the glass.
Blended Scotch whisky 45 ml1½ oz4.5 clPour in 25 ml of Drambuie.
Drambuie 25 ml0.8 oz2.5 clStir gently for about 20 seconds to chill and combine.
Express lemon zest over the surface to release the oils, then drop it in.
Garnish: Lemon zest
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