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Strawberry Scotch Cocktail

July 11, 2018 by Debi 1 Comment

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The Strawberry Scotch Cocktail is a refreshing complex and delicious summer sipping drink. Light fruity strawberries mingle with peaty Scotch and tart lemon juice in a beverage that will just leave you happy.

The Strawberry Scotch Cocktail is a refreshing complex and delicious summer sipping drink.

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Be sure to check out some of my other fun drinks like the Champagne Cocktail and the Cold curing apple cider.

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What is Scotch whisky?

Scotch whisky, or simply Scotch, is distilled only in Scotland. And, it’s distilled especially from malted barley. Scotch whisky must be made in a manner specified by law, for instance, all Scotch whisky must be aged in oak barrels for at least three years.

It differs from American whisky because American whiskey uses corn for flavor.

Scotch whisky is divided into five distinct categories:

  1. single malt Scotch whisky
  2. single grain Scotch whisky
  3. blended malt Scotch whisky (formerly called “vatted malt” or “pure malt”)
  4. blended grain Scotch whisky
  5. and blended Scotch whisky

The characteristic smoky flavor of Scotch comes from the sprouted malted barley that’s dried over peat fires.

Traditionally, whiskies made in Scotland are spelled without the “e” (whiskey).

Strawberry Scotch Cocktail Light fruity strawberries mingle with peaty Scotch and tart lemon juice in a beverage that will just leave you happy.

What’s the Difference Between Scotch, Whiskey and Bourbon?

The main difference between scotch and whisky is geographic, but also ingredients and spellings.

Technically, Scotch is whisky that must be produced in Scotland. Some Scotch tastes like bourbon, but with a that distinctive peaty smokiness.

Scotch is whisky made in Scotland, while bourbon is whiskey made in the U.S.A, generally Kentucky.

Scotch is most often ordered “neat“ (without ice) or “on the rocks“ (with ice). And, purists might be offended at the sight of their scotch mixed with fruit in this Strawberry Scotch Cocktail drink.

Scotch has a strong flavor profile doesn’t tend to go well in mixed drinks. However, the Rob Roy is a timeless Scotch cocktail that’s favored by many whiskey drinkers.

Strawberry Scotch Cocktail refreshing complex and delicious summer sipping drink

Recipe notes

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I used a bottled vanilla syrup, like this one. It made it nice and easy to make my fun Strawberry Scotch Cocktail.

For the soda water, feel free to use any kind of sparkling water or club soda that you like. I tried some blood orange soda in this and it was delicious; I like the tart flavor it added. It’s also fantastic with plain soda water.

For my Strawberry Scotch Cocktail I used Magnus Highland Park Single Malt Scotch Whisky. It has a nice aromatic peat smoke flavor along with lemon and vanilla hints. All those things simply mean it’s yummy.

Strawberry Scotch Cocktail

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Strawberry Scotch Cocktail Recipe

The Strawberry Scotch Cocktail is a refreshing complex and delicious summer sipping drink.

Strawberry Scotch Cocktail

Debi
The Strawberry Scotch Cocktail is a refreshing complex and delicious summer sipping drink. Light fruity strawberries mingle with peaty Scotch and tart lemon juice in a beverage that will just leave you happy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 drink
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe Strawberries
  • 5 fresh lemon thyme or regular thyme springs
  • 1 ¼ ounces Scotch Whisky
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • ¾ ounce vanilla simple syrup
  • 2 ounces soda water or sparkling water

Instructions
 

  • Muddle the strawberries and thyme springs in a cocktail shaker. Add ice, Scotch, lemon juice, and vanilla simple syrup. Shake.
  • Strain the cocktail into a Collins glass or a wine glass, and top with soda water.
  • Garnish with a strawberry and a lemon wheel.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 25mgPotassium: 111mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 242IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.

Keyword cocktail, strawberry
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  1. Marcus

    July 22, 2019 at 4:06 am

    Strawberry Scotch Cocktail is refreshing to drink and yes Scotch is a whiskey made is Scotland.

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