Expat's Retreat

This aromatic and balanced cocktail, the Expat's Retreat, is made with blended Scotch whisky, tangy lime juice, and a touch of sweetness from simple syrup, all brought together with a blend of aromatic and chocolate bitters. The refreshing mint garnish adds a delightful finishing touch to this sophisticated libation.

Expat's Retreat

A sophisticated and balanced cocktail made with blended Scotch whisky, lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters, garnished with fresh mint.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces blended Scotch whisky
  • 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 3/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 3 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash chocolate bitters
  • 1 sprig fresh mint

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the Scotch, lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters.
  2. Shake the mixture well.
  3. Double strain into a coupe glass.
  4. Garnish the cocktail with the sprig of fresh mint.