Whisky is one of the most popular liquor products and it is the favorite drink of many alcohol lovers. If you are a whisky lover, then you might have tried to make different cocktails with this drink. However, plenty of whisky lovers have no idea on the best whisky cocktails that they could try. Below are some of the most popular whisky cocktails that you should certainly try this year.
Old Fashioned is a traditional whisky cocktail, which is prepared by muddling water, sugar, and slice of orange rind with Angostura bitter. Whisky is then added to this mixture. To make this cocktail, you will need a sugar cube, 60 ml of Rye whisky (2 Ounces), 3 dashes of Angostura bitter, an orange slice, and a Maraschino cherry for garnish.
1. Manhattan
Manhattan is one of the finest and oldest whisky cocktails and it is an absolute treat for whisky lovers. If you want to make the best Manhattan cocktail, then you should choose bourbon or blended whisky to prepare the cocktail. This delicious cocktail is prepared with sweet liqueur, whisky and angostura bitters.
For this cocktail, you will need 2 ounces or 60 ml of Bourbon whisky, a dash of Angostura bitter, ½ ounce or 15 ml of Sweet Vermouth or Almond Liqueur, and a Maraschino cherry or lemon juice for garnish.
2. Boilermaker
The boilermaker is actually an old classic cocktail. If you are feeling stressed after a long and hard day at work, then Boilermaker can help you to feel a lot relaxed. You just need a pint of Guinness stout, 30 ml or 1 ounce of whisky, and ¾ glass of beer to make this cocktail.
3. Kiss on the Lips
Kiss on the Lips is one of the most popular whisky cocktail among women. This delicious cocktail mixes the flavors of berry, mango, and peach and offers an incredible experience to the drinkers. You will need 120 ml of Apricot Liqueur, 1 tbsp of grenadine, 60 ml whisky, and a Maraschino cherry for this cocktail.
4. Irish Redhead
Irish Redhead is prepared by mixing whisky with lime, lemon, real grenadine, and sprite for a citrus, sparkly red mix. This delicious drink is widely popular among women. To make this cocktail, you need Jameson Irish whisky, lemon and lime juice, sprite, grenadine, and some ice cubes.