Three Essential Single Malt Whisky Cocktails

Elevate Your Whisky Experience

Not all cocktails are created equal—especially when it comes to single malt whisky. These three recipes are designed to complement and enhance the nuanced flavors of a well-crafted dram, ensuring that the whisky remains the star of the show. Whether you're winding down after an alpine adventure or sharing a moment with friends, these cocktails bring out the best in your glass.Cocktails!

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The Old World Fashioned

Rich, smooth, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Minturn Whisky Co, Blended Malt Whisky

  • 1/4 oz demerara syrup (or simple syrup)

  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

  • 1 dash orange bitters

  • Large ice cube

  • Orange peel, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a rocks glass, combine whisky, syrup, and bitters. Stir gently.

  2. Add a large ice cube and stir again to chill.

  3. Express an orange peel over the drink by giving it a twist, then drop it in as garnish.

  4. Take a sip and let the flavors unfold.

Minturn Whisky Cocktail made with premium colorado  single malt.
Minturn Whisky Cocktail made with premium colorado  single malt.

The Highland Highball

Crisp, refreshing, and effortless.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Minturn Whisky Co. Single Malt

  • 4 oz high-quality soda water

  • Large ice cubes

  • Lemon twist, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a tall glass with large ice cubes.

  2. Pour in the whisky and top with chilled soda water.

  3. Stir gently and garnish with a lemon twist.

  4. Enjoy the perfect balance of whisky and effervescence.

The Smoky Minturn Manhattan

For those who love bold flavors, the Smoky Minturn Manhattan is an unforgettable experience. Made with our peated whisky, this cocktail adds a layer of smoky depth, blending perfectly with sweet vermouth and bitters for a daring twist on the traditional Manhattan.

To make ours, use:

2 parts Minturn Whisky Co. Peated Whisky

1 Part Sweet Vermouth

2 Dashes of Bitters

Garnish with Orange twist and Premium Maraschino Cherry

Instructions:

  1. Add whisky, sweet vermouth, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until well-chilled.

  2. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  3. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry or an orange twist.

  4. Sip, savor, and enjoy.

Crafted for Those Who Honor Tradition & Adventure

Whisky is meant to be enjoyed—whether neat, on the rocks, or in a thoughtfully crafted cocktail. Experiment, find your favorite, and make it your own.

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