Scottish Highland Fling

Duos & Trios (Liqueur Forward) December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Scottish Highland Fling cocktail containing Compass Box Great King Street Artist's Blend Scotch, Drambuie Liqueur, Barrow's Intense Ginger Liqueur in a Old-Fashioned.

Directions

  • Add ice to mixing glass
  • Add all ingredients to mixing glass
  • Stir well with bar spoon
  • Fill old-fashioned glass with fresh ice
  • Strain mixture into ice-filled old-fashioned glass
  • Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Scottish Highland Fling delivers the soul-warming embrace of a crackling fireside in the misty Highlands, all captured in a single glass.



This sophisticated cocktail marries the smoky depth of Johnnie Walker Black Label with the honey-sweet heather notes of Drambuie, while Barrow's Intense Ginger Liqueur adds a spicy kick that tingles across your palate. The stirring method creates a silky-smooth texture that allows these complex flavors to meld beautifully, with the expressed oils from the lemon twist brightening the rich, malty backbone. Though simple to prepare—requiring just three spirits stirred with ice—it yields impressive results that will please both whisky aficionados and cocktail explorers alike. This drink shines during cooler months or as an after-dinner sipper, particularly alongside hearty fare like roasted game, rich chocolate desserts, or a selection of aged cheeses that complement its robust character.

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