Highland Harvest
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.75 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)
Directions
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Chill martini glass
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Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
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Add ice to shaker
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Shake vigorously
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Fine strain into chilled martini glass
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Garnish with Luxardo Maraschino cherry
Cocktail Description
The Highland Harvest delivers Scotland's smoky embrace with Italy's herb-laden kiss, creating a cocktail that's both familiar and wonderfully unexpected.
This sophisticated sipper combines the honeyed smoke of Johnnie Walker Black Label with Galliano's complex vanilla-anise profile and the rich, spiced sweetness of sweet vermouth. The result is surprisingly balanced—warm whisky backbone complemented by botanical depth and subtle sweetness. Relatively straightforward to prepare, it requires only basic bartending skills and equipment, though proper chilling and fine straining are essential for its silky texture. The Highland Harvest shines as an elegant pre-dinner cocktail, particularly in autumn and winter when its warming qualities are most appreciated. Serve it alongside savory appetizers like aged cheese, charcuterie, or even smoked salmon canapés—the cocktail's depth stands up beautifully to rich, umami-forward bites while its herbal notes provide a refreshing counterpoint.
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