Cocktails
Rusty Nail
Rusty Nail is an alcoholic cocktail built on Scotch. It leans honey, herbal and oak. Built and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 43.8% ABV and roughly 158 kcal (estimated per recipe).
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Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ozScotchBase Spirit
- 1/2 ozDrambuieOther
- 1 twist ofLemon peelGarnish
How to Make It
- Pour the Scotch and Drambuie into an old-fashioned glass almost filled with ice cubes.Pour
- Stir well.Stirred
- Garnish with the lemon twist.Garnish
How to Serve
- Glass
- Old-Fashioned Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Cubed ice
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- High ABV
- Full-bodied
When to serve
- BBQ / CookoutSuggested from its smoke and oak notes, pairing with bbq and grilled meat.
- After DinnerSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Rusty Nail?
- The Rusty Nail is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 43.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 158 calories.
- What does a Rusty Nail taste like?
- Rusty Nail has a flavour profile featuring Honey, Herbal, Oak, Smoke. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with a Rusty Nail?
- Rusty Nail pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is a Rusty Nail?
- The Rusty Nail has an ABV of approximately 43.8%. That's approximately 1.46 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 158 kcal, 4.4g sugar, 5.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
- When is a Rusty Nail typically served?
- Rusty Nail is often suggested for After Dinner, BBQ / Cookout, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Rusty Nail?
- If you enjoy Rusty Nail, 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 Rusty Nail at home?
- Yes. The Rusty Nail uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned 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 Rusty Nail 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.