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Scofflaw

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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Scofflaw Cocktail garnish with orange twist

How to Make a Scofflaw

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Course: Whiskey
Cuisine: American
Keyword: scofflaw
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner
The Scofflaw cocktail is a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of bartenders during the Prohibition era. Master this classic blend using our recipe and instructions.

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.
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Paul Kushner

Written by Paul Kushner

Founder and CEO of MyBartender. Graduated from Penn State University. He always had a deep interest in the restaurant and bar industry. His restaurant experience began in 1997 at the age of 14 as a bus boy. By the time he turned 17 he was serving tables, and by 19 he was bartending/bar managing 6-7 nights a week.

In 2012, after a decade and a half of learning all facets of the industry, Paul opened his first restaurant/bar. In 2015, a second location followed, the latter being featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

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