Whisky Blood & Sand

Much like the film it’s named after, the Blood and Sand cocktail is a seminal classic. Johnnie Walker balances layers of fruity sweetness from vermouth, cherry liqueur and orange juice. Try this cocktail with Johnnie Walker Red, Black, or Double Black label whiskies.

Three people cheersing Johnnie Walker Blood and Sand cocktails
Three people cheersing Johnnie Walker Blood and Sand cocktails

How to make a Whisky Blood & Sand

  1. Combine

    Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 30ml Johnnie Walker Black Label, 30ml Cherry Liqueur, 30ml Sweet Vermouth, 30ml freshly squeezed Orange Juice and 10ml Lemon Juice.

  2. Mix

    Shake hard for 7-10 seconds.

  3. Serve

    Strain and serve neat in a cocktail glass.

  4. Garnish

    Finish with an orange peel garnish.

    Approx. 2 Standard drinks

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