Citrus and Smoke
Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Karen Shinto
Two kinds of Scotch and four kinds of citrus add up to a sophisticated cocktail, but the prep couldn't be easier. Mix a big batch and let guests pour their own.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients except orange twists. Set out pitcher with a long spoon for stirring the mix, a bowl of ice with tongs, glasses, and a bowl of orange twists.
Step 2
2
*Make long, thin strips with a channel knife.
Step 3
3
Make ahead: The mix, chilled airtight up to 1 day.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups blended Scotch whisky, such as Bank Note
1/2 cup peaty single-malt Scotch whisky, such as Laphroaig 10 Year Old
1 1/4 cups orange-flavored liqueur, such as Cointreau
1 1/2 cups strained, freshly squeezed orange juice
3/4 cup strained, freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons orange bitters, such as Regans'
12 to 14 orange twists*, each 4 to 5 in. long and tied into a knot
Directions
Step 1
1
In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients except orange twists. Set out pitcher with a long spoon for stirring the mix, a bowl of ice with tongs, glasses, and a bowl of orange twists.
Step 2
2
*Make long, thin strips with a channel knife.
Step 3
3
Make ahead: The mix, chilled airtight up to 1 day.
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