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Rusty Nail Cocktail Recipe with Ingredients and Instructions
The Rusty Nail is a warming Scotch cocktail, with a recipe featuring whisky and Drambuie honey liqueur. This simple two-ingredient mixed drink offers smoky Scotch flavors sweetened by Drambuie's honeyed herbs and spices. A classic digestif from the 1960s, the Rusty Nail recipe is perfect for cold nights and Scotch lovers seeking a smooth nightcap.
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Tumbler
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Glass: Tumbler
Makes: 1 serving
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Instructions
- 1
Fill a tumbler with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour Scotch whisky and Drambuie over the ice.
- 3
Stir gently to combine and serve.
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Editorial Notes
More context for the Rusty Nail
The Rusty Nail combines Whiskey and Drambuie. These quick notes add context on structure, flavor, and where the drink fits best.
Updated Dec 22, 2025 • 2 ingredients • 3 steps
What to expect
Expect sweet, spirit forward, and smokey notes. Served in a Tumbler, the drink lands spirit-forward and more evening-leaning and keeps its structure clear.
Best moment
This style fits after-dinner pours and slower evening rounds. If you already enjoy Whiskey cocktails, it is an easy recipe to keep in rotation.
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