Mumbai : This Scotch Day, DEWAR’S is rewriting the whisky playbook — one stir, one shake, and one sip at a time. Gone are the days when Scotch was reserved solely for velvet lounges and wood-paneled dens. Today, it’s all about vibrant flavors, cheerful pours, and good company. In celebration of Scotch Day, DEWAR’S has unveiled three striking cocktail recipes straight from their bar team’s recipe notebook — crafted to raise spirits, break traditions, and toast to the moments that matter. Whether you’re mixing things up at a sundown session, toasting with friends, or just craving a spirited solo sip, these cocktails promise to lift your glass and your mood.
1. DEWAR’S Espresso Martini: Where Classic Meets Kicked-Up
This isn’t your average after-dinner drink. The DEWAR’S Espresso Martini takes a bold turn with the rich warmth of DEWAR’S 12-Year-Old and a daring dash of homemade masala syrup. It’s indulgent, aromatic, and guaranteed to stir up conversations.
Ingredients:
- 45 ml DEWAR’S 12-Year-Old Whisky
- 30 ml chilled espresso or cold brew
- 25 ml masala syrup
How to Mix: Shake hard with ice, strain into a martini or coupe glass, and garnish with coffee beans or dark chocolate.
Masala Syrup Tip: Crafted with cinnamon, elaichi, ginger, and cloves — this twist packs a punch of Indian spice.
2. Golden Fizz Highball: A High-Spirited Reinvention
Who says Scotch can’t be refreshing? This highball reinvention brings a citrusy zing with a honeyed finish. Light yet layered, it’s your go-to pour for sunny days and golden hour gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 50 ml DEWAR’S 12-Year-Old
- 25 ml lemon juice
- 15 ml honey syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 100 ml soda water
How to Mix: Fill a highball glass with ice, pour in whisky and other ingredients, top with soda, stir gently.
Garnish: Lemon wheel and fresh mint.
3. Ruby Highball: Bold, Bright, and Beautiful
Made with DEWAR’S 15-Year-Old, this head-turning highball pairs pomegranate pop with whisky’s rich depth — a stylish, celebratory sip that screams weekend-ready.
Ingredients:
- 60 ml DEWAR’S 15-Year-Old
- 15 ml lemon juice
- 15 ml sugar syrup (or honey syrup)
- 30 ml pomegranate juice
How to Mix: Stir all ingredients in a highball glass with ice, top with soda, and add more ice if needed.
Garnish: A sprinkle of pomegranate seeds adds both sparkle and tang.
Sip, Share, Repeat
Whether you’re a Scotch connoisseur or a curious cocktail explorer, DEWAR’S new recipes invite you to reimagine tradition. With bold flavors, layered aromas, and a contemporary twist, these cocktails are tailor-made for celebration — big or small.
So this Scotch Day, ditch the dram and embrace the shaker. It’s time to sip Scotch, your way.
