Mystic Highlander

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Mystic Highlander cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Chartreuse Green, Ardbeg 10 Year Islay Single Malt Scotch, Freshly squeezed lemon juice in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.67 fl oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur or alternative
0.33 fl oz Chartreuse Green or alternative
0.17 fl oz Ardbeg 10 Year Islay Single Malt Scotch or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.67 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously with ice
Strain into chilled coupe glass
Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

Imagine the Last Word cocktail and a smoky Scotch had a torrid affair—the Mystic Highlander is their deliciously complex love child.

This sophisticated cocktail blends the botanical brightness of London Dry gin with Luxardo's subtle cherry sweetness, while Green Chartreuse contributes its signature herbal complexity. The addition of peaty Corryvreckan Scotch brings a captivating smoky dimension that transforms the drink into something truly magical, all balanced by fresh lemon juice. It drinks like a walk through a misty Scottish moor—herbaceous and bright with an enchanting whisper of campfire that lingers on the palate. Despite its impressive ingredient list, the Mystic Highlander is surprisingly straightforward to make, requiring just a good shake and strain. Serve this show-stopper at dinner parties when you want to impress guests with your cocktail prowess, or enjoy it on cool autumn evenings when its warming qualities shine. The drink pairs beautifully with rich cheese boards, smoked salmon canapés, or dark chocolate desserts that complement its herbal and smoky profile.