Try a Sophisticated Whiskey Cocktail the Next Time You’re Out

The Black Grouse could be your go-to whiskey on a cold winter’s night.

-PJ Gach

A silky, smoky, blended Scotch whiskey like the Black Grouse can be sipped slowly, but did you know that it can be used for a base for cocktails? It’s the perfect foundation for a multi-faceted smooth, flavorful drink for after five.

 Try either of these cocktails the next time you’re out.

Flight of the Cacao 

Created by Frank Cisneros, Gin Palace

2 ounces The Black Grouse

1 ounce Lemon

.5 ounce Housemade Grenadine

.5 ounce Creme de Cacao

  Directions:

Shake and strain into a coupe 

 Findik Grouse

Created by John McCarthy

2 ounces The Black Grouse

.5 ounce Toasted Hazelnut/Vanilla demerara syrup

1 dash Fee’s Aztec Chocolate bitters

 Directions:

Stir and strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass, garnish with an orange peel.

 PJ Gach is Editor QueenofStyle.