Highland Orchard Spritz
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 3.00 fl oz Tonic water
Directions
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Add ice to mixing glass
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Add first four ingredients to mixing glass
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Stir ingredients with ice
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Fill serving glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
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Top with tonic water
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Stir briefly
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Garnish with dehydrated lemon wheel
Cocktail Description
The Highland Orchard Spritz brings together Scotland's finest with Normandy's apple country in a tall, refreshing drink that's far more interesting than your typical spritz.
This cocktail balances the gentle smoke and grain of Scotch whisky with the rich apple character of Calvados, while fino sherry adds a nutty, saline quality that keeps everything bright and dry. The celery bitters weave through with an herbal backbone, and the tonic water stretches it all into a fizzy, sessionable sipper that tastes like autumn in a glass. You'll get orchard fruit, a whisper of peat, and a crisp finish that doesn't quit.
It's perfect for late afternoon gatherings or early evening pre-dinner drinks when you want something sophisticated but not overly fussy. The build is straightforward—just a quick stir and a splash—so even home bartenders with minimal experience can pull it off without breaking a sweat. Pair it with charcuterie, sharp aged cheddar, or roasted pork with apples to play up those orchard notes, or serve it alongside smoked fish to complement the Scotch's subtle smokiness.
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