What glass is a Rusty Nail served in?

A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.

Is a Rusty Nail shaken or stirred?

Neither. It is built directly in the glass and given a gentle stir.

About 37% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.5 US standard drinks (21 g of alcohol) per serve.

Roughly 176 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.

Yes. Irish Whiskey is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

Scotch and honeyed Drambuie, stirred over ice. Warming and mellow.

Scotch and Drambuie were paired long before, but the name Rusty Nail and its fame came in the 1960s, when it was a favourite of the Rat Pack.

Created 1960s in United States. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: A lemon twist cuts through the honey.

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What glass is a Rusty Nail served in?: A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.
Is a Rusty Nail shaken or stirred?: Neither. It is built directly in the glass and given a gentle stir.
How strong is a Rusty Nail?: About 37% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.5 US standard drinks (21 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a Rusty Nail?: Roughly 176 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.
Can I make a Rusty Nail without blended Scotch?: Yes. Irish Whiskey is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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