The Scofflaw has a rich history since the Prohibition era, when alcohol was illegal in the United States. The term “scofflaw” was coined to describe people who broke the law and drank illegally in speakeasies. As of today, this classic recipe remains a favorite to many.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon
- ½ ounce dry vermouth
- ¾ ounce grenadine
- ¾ ounce lemon juice
- 1 orange bitters dash
- orange twist for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add all the ingredients except the orange twist to the cocktail shaker.
- Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail or coupe glass using a strainer.
- Garnish the cocktail with an orange twist.