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Scofflaw

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Scofflaw

Description

The Scofflaw was created in the 1920s during Prohibition at Harrys New York Bar in Paris.

The name was a jab at those who continued to drink despite the laws banning alcohol, and the cocktail is known for its smooth and tart flavor.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Rye whiskey
  • 25 ml Dry Vermouth
  • 15 ml lemon juice
  • 10 ml Grenadine
  • 2 dashes Orange Orange bitters

Instructions

  1. Shake all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  3. Garnish with a lemon 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.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Ice
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