The Scofflaw is a rye whiskey sour with dry vermouth, lemon juice, grenadine, and orange bitters. It is tart, dry-edged, lightly fruity, and more complex than a simple whiskey sour.
Shake rye whiskey, dry vermouth, lemon juice, grenadine, and orange bitters with ice until well chilled. Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Serve up in a chilled coupe glass. The drink should look light pink-orange and clear, with grenadine adding color while dry vermouth keeps the profile from becoming too sweet.
Pair it with roast chicken, ham, sharp cheese, fried appetizers, citrus salads, or red-fruit desserts. Rye whiskey, dry vermouth, lemon juice, grenadine, and orange bitters give the Scofflaw a flexible sour structure.
The Scofflaw is a Prohibition-era classic named after people who ignored the drinking laws of the time. Its structure combines American whiskey with French vermouth and a bright sour profile.
Best for whiskey sour drinkers, Prohibition-era cocktail menus, aperitif service, and guests who want rye in a lighter shaken format.
Rye whiskey gives spice and grain, dry vermouth adds herbal dryness, lemon juice brings acidity, grenadine adds red-fruit sweetness, and orange bitters provide citrus spice.
Tart, historical, rye-led, lightly fruity, and sharp.
Keep grenadine measured carefully. The drink should stay dry enough for rye and vermouth to remain visible.
19%
⚠️ Alcoholic beverage: not suitable for minors, pregnant individuals, or designated drivers. Please enjoy responsibly.
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