Barbary Coast

Duos & Trios (Liqueur Forward) • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Highland Dream Martini cocktail containing Compass Box Great King Street Artist's Blend Scotch, Beefeater London Dry Gin, Marie Brizard Crème de Cacao White, Single cream / half-and-half, Milk in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Compass Box Great King Street Artist's Blend Scotch or alternative
1.00 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
1.00 fl oz Marie Brizard Crème de Cacao White or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half
0.50 fl oz Milk

Directions

Chill martini glass
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
Add ice to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Dust with grated nutmeg

Cocktail Description

The Barbary Coast delivers Scotland and England in perfect harmony—a silky, spirit-forward cocktail where smoky whisky meets botanical gin in a creamy embrace.

This luxurious cocktail balances the peaty backbone of Johnnie Walker Black with the juniper and citrus notes of Beefeater, while the white crème de cacao adds subtle chocolate undertones that complement rather than overwhelm. The dairy components—cream and milk—transform these potent spirits into a velvety concoction with a smooth mouthfeel that coats the palate pleasantly. Simple to prepare but impressive to serve, this cocktail requires only basic shaking technique and fine straining to achieve its elegant presentation, topped with freshly grated nutmeg that adds both aroma and visual appeal. Perfect for after-dinner sipping on cool evenings or as a sophisticated nightcap, the Highland Dream pairs beautifully with dark chocolate desserts, buttery shortbread, or even a cheese board featuring aged cheddar. Serve this in a well-chilled martini glass when you want to impress guests with something beyond the standard cocktail repertoire.