Malty Scotch meets orange and fresh lime, with sweet vermouth adding a rounder, spiced middle. It is tart and lively, a whisky drink that feels lighter than it is.
1½ oz
blended Scotch whiskye.g. Johnnie Walker · Chivas Regal · Famous Grouse · Glenfiddich · Monkey Shoulder
½ oz
sweet vermouthe.g. Martini · Cinzano · Carpano · Cocchi · Punt e Mes
½ oz
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½ oz
lime juice freshly squeezed
Garnish: Lime wheel · Ice: Served up, no ice
Churchill
Tart and citrusy with a malty backbone, orange sweetness and spice from the vermouth. Medium to strong.
The Churchill is named after Sir Winston Churchill, and it is commonly credited to Joe Gilmore, the long-serving head bartender of the American Bar at the Savoy in London. Gilmore created drinks for many famous guests of the hotel, and this one is usually said to have been made in honor of the prime minister, who was a regular visitor.
Whether Churchill himself ever ordered it is not documented, and he was better known for drinking whisky with plenty of water. The drink belongs to the same family as the Rob Roy and the Blood and Sand, cocktails that pair Scotch with vermouth and fruit, and it is a good introduction for anyone who thinks Scotch cannot be mixed.
It is named in his honor and commonly credited to Joe Gilmore of the Savoy's American Bar.
A blended Scotch works best. Save smoky single malts for sipping.
Yes. Lemon gives a softer, rounder sourness that also suits Scotch.
The perfect sound
Stoic strength with a smoky finish.
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