Whether you are celebrating a dream come true or a milestone, important events won’t be complete without the cheery warmth of Scotch Cocktails!
Cozy nights and celebrations deserve a toast.
While straight scotch isn’t for everyone, Scotch can be poured with a variety of flavorful ingredients to make it sweeter, lighter, and smoother.
We understand if you are not into smoky, neat spirits and peat flavors.
That is why we have prepared a rundown of 25 Scotch cocktail recipes to make use of that bottle of Scotch sitting in your bar for a long time, whether blended or single malt.
If you’re fed up with the usual quencher from your go-to bar, it’s time to head on to the kitchen and try something new.
From Scotch Violets to the beery Hopped Scotch, you just may find your new favorite Scotch cocktail here.
#20 is so zesty and refreshing that you will enjoy every sip and every moment of your night out.
Check out this list for your next celebration with friends. Cheers!
You’ve got promoted, or a new chapter in your life has just opened.
Well, that calls for a celebration.
Perhaps a classic Scotch cocktail made modern?
It’s a classic one that seems like it has lived on for hundreds of years.
A Penicillin Cocktail is like a symphony in the mouth, after that first taste.
It is a combination of scotch, lemon, ginger, and honey.
A mere 1970s drink was brought to popularity by Marlon Brando, who played the Don in a gangster movie called “The Godfather.”
It is a notable mixture of 2 ounces of Scotch and a half-ounce of amaretto.
Be the epic “Don” for a night with the Godfather Cocktail!
A relaxing winter night will not be complete without a Peaty Pera cocktail!
It is a combination of amaro, pear, and Scotch whisky.
Make your winter a delightful one with its tangy taste.
A smoky cocktail drink is a perfect fit for Summer.
Try a Smokescreen Cocktail, a minty spirit-driven and not overpowering blend of Chartreuse, lime juice, simple syrup, and scotches.
Garnish it with spring mint and serve.
Red Morning Light strikes a balance on the palate.
Enjoy this cocktail drink on a cold night while having deep conversations with your loved ones.
Think ahead in life with this blend of bittersweet Campari and Smoky scotch.
It’s bar night with friends and colleagues, and you’re wondering which drink to get.
Women will surely appreciate this concoction, The Red Tartan Scotch Whisky Cocktail!
They say it is a bold version of Blood and Sand.
It is a classic cocktail blend of sweet vermouth, orange juice, and Scotch whisky.
7. Glasgow Mule
You deserve an alco-holiday!
Glasgow Mule is a mixture of Scotch and ginger beer.
The blend of ginger beer gives a spicy finish!
8. Rob Roy
Rob Roy is simply a Manhattan.
Instead of mixing it with bourbon, use Scotch whiskey instead.
Although the texture and color may seem similar to Manhattan, Rob Roy has a distinct feature.
The scotch flavor mixed with this drink comes through clearly.
Serve it with ice, and enjoy!
Complete your cozy birthday celebration with Scotch violets!
It is a blend of lemon juice, Creme de Violette, honey syrup, and 2 ounces of Scotch.
Although it may come strong, it gets balanced with its sweet flavor.
Were you looking for a mixed drink that does not require expensive spirits?
Try the On The Sly cocktail!
It is a mixture of creamy spices, coffee, and Scotch whiskey.
Each sip is worth a shot with this Scotch and coffee-blend drink.
Add maple syrup to balance sweetness and not make it overly sugary.
Take out your ‘on the rocks’ glasses and indulge in this 19th-century old scotch cocktail drink.
Scotch Old Fashioned is one of the oldest and most popular cocktail drinks today.
It combines simple syrup, blended scotch, orange zest, aromatic bitters, and orange bitters.
You can never get enough of Blood Orange Scotch mixed with soda.
This refreshing cocktail drink gives slight bitterness yet is flavorful.
If you are looking for something to share with your loved one on Valentine’s Day, this one will be a hit!
13. Hopped Scotch
The Hopped Scotch cocktail is from a Manhattan recipe.
Instead of using bourbon or rye, scotch is used instead.
The hops flavor in this mixture turns out mild when using simple syrup.
Enjoy it on a coup or rocks glass, and remember to put one large ice cube.
14. Scotchsicle
Scotchsicle is a pre-Fall season approved mixture that you would not want to miss.
It is made of 2 ounces of Scotch whiskey, orange liqueur, orange juice, vanilla syrup, and ground cinnamon.
The warmth that this alcoholic drink brings in between Summer and Fall memories.
A tiring day at work makes you want to get a warm and easy cocktail drink at home.
So get that consumed scotch bottle from the cabinet, and let’s start making Mickie Walker Cocktail!
Mickie Walker Cocktail combines sweet vermouth, scotch, grenadine, and fresh lemon juice.
16. Red Jamie
If you are an Outlander fan, you’re probably familiar with this drink- Red Jamie!
This scotch cocktail is a mixture of Hendrick’s gin, red port, warm water, honey, and bitters.
You can use a single malt scotch if you want it to turn out more exquisite.
However, you can also use blended scotch if that is what’s available in your bar.
Shy away from the usual bitter-sweet scotch cocktail and try this one with a fiery punch- Scotch Bonnet Orange Marmalade Cocktail.
The presence of scotch bonnet pepper makes this mixture superbly spicy.
It also got orange marmalade, balancing the hot flavor with a citrusy flavor.
Scotch Bonnet Orange Marmalade Cocktail is one good idea if you are in the mood for a cocktail experiment.
A scotch cocktail mixed with gin and juice is a good start for beginners.
With various distinct flavors that you can make out of scotch whiskey, why not try Scottish Pear Cocktail?
Scottish Pear Cocktail is a light and smooth fusion of Hendrick’s gin, lemon and pear juice, lemon rind, and agave nectar to make it sweet.
Orange-Vanilla Bean Scotch Smash can be your go-to cocktail with your girls.
It combines scotch, simple syrup, squeezed lemon, a long piece of vanilla bean, and orange peels.
Serve it with ice cubes, and have a great girl’s night!
Floral Old Fashioned may seem to look fancy for its design.
It is the perfect drink for those who don’t usually go for a Scotch cocktail.
Floral old Fashioned is an exciting cocktail drink that combines chamomile syrup and Dalwhinnie 15 scotch, which leaves a still-smoky finish.
21. Monaco Friar
Monaco Friar is a combination of honey, Benedictine (brandy) with herbal qualities, and scotch.
It may seem odd, but a brandy-based herbal liqueur combined with scotch is possible.
This perfect pair is a great idea for winter.
22. The Belmont
Bask in the flavor of The Belmont and indulge in this savory and palatable Scotch cocktail drink.
It is made up of Galliano, fresh lemon juice, ginger syrup, peach liqueur, and garnish with mint sprigs and lemon wheels.
This drink has a good balance of primary tastes.
The best-tasting One-Bottle Scotch Cocktail gets its flavorful taste from its ingredients.
The concoction of light peated Scotch, easy-to-make demerara syrup, lemon juice, a strip of lemon zest, and white miso paste is what enhances its soothing texture.
You can refrigerate the Demerara syrup for at least two weeks.
Rusty Nail is called the ultimate scotch cocktail.
It is served on the rocks and is perfect as a slow-sipping drink after dinner.
This Scotch cocktail drink is versatile as you can use a variety of Scotch to use, either blended or single malt.
You can also adjust the ratio of the two blended spirits depending on your preference.
An elegant night with your loved one deserves a nice and classic Scotch cocktail.
Were you planning to book a reservation in a fine dining restaurant or just doing a DIY fine-dining course for tonight’s romantic dinner at home?
Whatever your answer is, complete the meal course with the Modern Cocktail.
This cocktail is as elegant as your romantic dinner date.
Modern Cocktail is a concoction of scotch, Sloe gin, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, a dash of absinthe, and orange bitters.
Garnish with a cherry to make it look classy.
The bottom line
Scotch whiskey has a lot to offer to the world.
The substitute list is endless if you are into experimenting and trying new scotch cocktail recipes.
So, don’t be afraid; ready your game face and sip that new cocktail you just prepared.
We encourage our readers to drink responsibly. You are precious cargo.
Be well, friends.
25 BEST Scotch Cocktails 🥃
Celebrating a dream come true or a milestone, important events won't be complete without the cheery warmth of these Scotch cocktails!
Ingredients
- Penicillin Cocktail
- Godfather Cocktail
- The Peaty Pera
- Smokescreen Cocktail
- Red Morning Light
- The Red Tartan Scotch Whisky Cocktail
- Glasgow Mule
- Rob Roy
- Scotch Violets
- On The Sly Scotch Cocktail
- Scotch Old Fashioned
- Blood Orange Scotch + Soda
- Hopped Scotch
- Scotchsicle
- The Mickie Walker Cocktail
- Red Jamie
- Scotch Bonnet Orange Marmalade Cocktail
- Scottish Pear Cocktail
- Orange Vanilla Bean Scotch Smash
- Floral Old Fashioned
- Monaco Friar
- The Belmont
- One-Bottle Scotch Cocktail
- Rusty Nail Scotch
- The Modern Cocktail
Instructions
- Find your favorite recipe from our Scotch Cocktails list.
- Gather all the ingredients needed.
- Start cooking and make us proud!