Cocktail recipe

Mamie Taylor

Mamie Taylor combines Scotch whisky with lime juice and Ginger Beer, finishing with a lively, refreshing lift.

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Mamie Taylor

Description

Scotch supplies the malt, ginger beer the heat and fresh lime the sharp edge in the Mamie Taylor. An orange twist adds a fragrant note before the ginger arrives. If you like a Scotch and Soda, this keeps the tall, cold format and gives it a brighter, spicier finish.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Scotch whisky
  • 20 ml lime juice
  • 100 ml Ginger Beer
  • Ice
  • Orange Twist

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink.

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball glass with fresh ice.
  2. Add the Scotch whisky and fresh lime juice.
  3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently once or twice.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge or twist.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (Recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Highball Glass
Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 alcohol units 255 kcal Fresh ice
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