Unique Whisky Drinks From Around The World

18 MAR 2024

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Mizuwari (Japanese highball)

Mizuwari, more commonly known as the Japanese highball, is the answer to a whisky cocktail meant for hot summer days. The two-ingredient concoction allows you to savor the flavors of the whisky while enjoying a refreshing and effervescent beverage.

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Irish coffee

Move over bloody marys and mimosas, Irish coffee deserves a seat at the brunch table. A splash of whisky in your morning cup of joe is the sure way to make it "Irish" and start your day with some pizzazz. Irish coffee is an equally cozy way to finish the day off in front of a crackling fire. 

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Mint julep

Over time, the julep evolved into a refreshing libation, particularly gaining prominence in the bourbon-rich regions of Kentucky. A U.S. senator for Kentucky introduced the drink to Washington D.C. in the mid-19th century and, in 1938, the mint julep became the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.

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Caribou

The Caribou cocktail is a traditional Québécois libation with deep cultural roots in French Canada. Its origins can be traced back to the iconic Winter Carnival in Québec City, a celebration dating back to 1894. 

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Penicillin

Some cocktails have it all. In comes the penicillin, a little bit sweet, a little bit sour, and a little bit smoky. With a blend of scotch whisky, honey-ginger syrup, fresh lemon juice, and a smoky scotch float, this classic cocktail captures the best of each flavor.

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Rye sazerac

The sazerac cocktail is steeped in history and flavor, blending tradition and a touch of innovation. Its story begins in early 19th century New Orleans when apothecary Antoine Peychaud started serving his special bitters with brandy to friends and patrons. 

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Blood and sand

The striking deep blood orange liquid that fills the cocktail glass hints at drama. The unusual blend of ingredients is just as surprising — and yet is entirely approachable.

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Old pal

The old pal is a classic drink with a storied history. This age-old drink is a variation of the boulevardier, which itself is a twist on the classic negroni. Similar to the boulevardier, the old pal blends equal parts whisky, Campari, and sweet vermouth. 

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The Godfather

Some of the best cocktails are simple and sweet without the need for complicated recipes and difficult-to-pronounce ingredients. Enter The Godfather: a two-ingredient scotch whisky cocktail that successfully exudes sophistication and strength and satisfies the palate, of course.

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Toronto

A twist on perhaps the most classic whisky drink of them all, the old fashioned, the Toronto cocktail is at once surprising and approachable. While its exact origins are unknown, this rye whisky-based beverage has roots in the pre-Prohibition era and is widely associated with the cocktail culture of the early 20th century.