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Bloody Scotsman

Bloody Scotsman is a cocktail made with Smoky Scotch Whisky, Tomato Juice, V8 Cocktail Juice, and Ketchup. The listed recipe is built and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic7.6% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

380 kcalCalories
7.6%ABV
54.4gSugar
57.2gCarbs
1.5Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 6 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 2 ozSmoky Scotch whiskyBase Spirit
  • 120 mlTomato JuiceJuice
  • 120 mlV8 cocktail juiceJuice
  • 15 mlketchupOther
  • 15 mlFresh Lime JuiceJuice
  • 0.75 ozSimple SyrupSweetener

How to Make It

  1. Mix ingredients together, stirring often, in a large container, adding salt to taste.Stirred
  2. Chill for at least 24 hours before serving.Serve
  3. Serve in icefilled old-fashioned glasses.Serve

How to Serve

Glass
Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Stirred
Served Chilled

Serving tips

Serving tips

Serve Bloody Scotsman cold and season gradually. Taste before adding more spice, salt or citrus because savory cocktails can become intense quickly. It is commonly matched with seafood, ceviche, salads style pairings.

Taste

What does Bloody Scotsman taste like?

Bloody Scotsman is a savory cocktail with a fuller, seasoned profile. It is less about sweetness and more about body, spice, acidity and a food-friendly finish.

Primary flavours

SavoryCitrus

Supporting notes

HoneyOakSmokeSweetTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Noticeably sweet
  • Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

Practical notes

When to choose it

How to decide if Bloody Scotsman is right for you

Bloody Scotsman is best when you want brightness and a clean tart edge. Choose it if citrus balance matters more than richness, creaminess or heavy sweetness. The listed serve is about 7.6% ABV, so strength is part of the decision.

Skip if

Skip Bloody Scotsman if...

Skip Bloody Scotsman if tart citrus is not what you want. Sour-style drinks rely on acidity, so they can feel sharp when you are looking for richness or sweetness.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Tomato Juice120 ml

V8 Cocktail JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount and check salt/spice balance.
What changes
V8 cocktail juice can replace tomato juice in savory drinks, but it adds a broader vegetable flavor.

V8 Cocktail Juice120 ml

Tomato JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount and add seasoning if the drink tastes flat.
What changes
Tomato juice can replace V8 cocktail juice when a cleaner tomato flavor is preferred.

Fresh Lime Juice15 ml

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.

Simple Syrup0.75 oz

SugarWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Dissolve well before serving or muddle/shake hard; start with about 1 teaspoon sugar per 1/4 oz syrup.
What changes
Sugar can replace simple syrup if it fully dissolves, but it adds less water.
Agave SyrupWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first, then adjust to taste.
What changes
Agave syrup can replace simple syrup, especially in tequila or mezcal drinks, but it adds an earthy agave note.
Demerara SyrupWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount, but avoid in very delicate drinks unless you want the darker flavor.
What changes
Demerara syrup can replace simple syrup when a richer, darker sugar note is welcome.
Honey SyrupWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first; honey syrup can dominate delicate drinks.
What changes
Honey syrup can replace simple syrup when a richer, floral sweetness is acceptable.
Maple SyrupNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use less at first and avoid in delicate citrus or clear drinks unless you want maple flavor.
What changes
Maple syrup can replace simple syrup in darker or whiskey-style drinks, but it is not a neutral swap.

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I make a Bloody Scotsman at home?
Yes. The Bloody Scotsman uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.