Cocktails
High Cotton
High Cotton is an alcoholic cocktail built on Straight Rye Whiskey. It leans herbal, spice and bitter. Stirred and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 28% ABV and roughly 348 kcal (estimated per recipe).
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Why: 4 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
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Ingredients
- 2.0 ozStraight rye whiskeyBase Spirit
- 2.0 ozPimms No. 1 CupOther
- 2.0 ozDubonnet RougeFortified Wine
- 2 dashesPeach bittersBitters
How to Make It
- Stir with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Stirred
- Garnish with lemon and mint.Garnish
How to Serve
- Glass
- Cocktail Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- High ABV
- Bold and complex
When to serve
- BBQ / CookoutSuggested from its oak notes, pairing with bbq and grilled meat.
- Winter / CozySuggested from its spice notes.
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Straight Rye Whiskey2.0 oz
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a High Cotton?
- The High Cotton is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 28.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 348 calories.
- What does a High Cotton taste like?
- High Cotton has a flavour profile featuring Herbal, Spice, Bitter, Aperitif. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with a High Cotton?
- High Cotton pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is a High Cotton?
- The High Cotton has an ABV of approximately 28.0%. That's approximately 1.99 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 348 kcal, 16.6g sugar, 21.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
- When is a High Cotton typically served?
- High Cotton is often suggested for BBQ / Cookout, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a High Cotton?
- If you enjoy High Cotton, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
- Can I make a High Cotton at home?
- Yes. The High Cotton uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
- How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
- Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of High Cotton with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.