Sir William Smash is a riff on the classic whisky smash. The tart blackberries help highlight the bold notes of the Old Pulteney 12-Year-Old scotch, says mixologist Jonathan Pogash.
The mint sprig is worth the extra step; it helps enhance the herbal qualities of the whiskey, he says.
Try making this refreshing cocktail at home.
Recipe and image courtesy of Jonathan Pogash
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Makes 1 servings
Prep time
5 min.
Ingredients
- 2oz Old Pulteney 12-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- .75oz fresh lemon juice
- .75oz simple syrup
- 4 blackberries
- Mint sprig
How to make it
Muddle the blackberries in the lemon juice and simple syrup.
Add whisky and ice to the mixture. Shake well.
Strain over ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with a mint sprig.