Diplomatic Escape
Ingredients[]
- 1 ounce Dewar's 12 year old Scotch
- 3/4 ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 3/4 ounce Campari Bitters
- 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1 small sprig basil
- ginger ale
- Orange peel
- Fresh basil
Directions[]
- In a mixing glass, combine the scotch, St-Germain, Campari, lemon juice and basil with ice.
- Shake vigorously.
- Strain and serve over the rocks, topped with ginger ale.
- Garnish with orange peel and fresh basil.
Source: San Jose Mercury News and Manny Hinojosa, Bacardi USA mixologist