The Scofflaw Cocktail

Appropriately named after the term given to those who clandestinely sipped spirits throughout Prohibition, this cocktail, featured in Imbibe contributor Ted Haigh’s book, Vintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails, debuted in 1924 at Harry’s Bar in Paris.

1 1/2 oz. rye whiskey
1 oz. dry vermouth
3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice
3/4 oz. grenadine
Ice cubes
Tools: mixing glass, strainer
Glass: cocktail
Garnish: lemon twist

Combine all ingredients with ice and shake. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish.

From Vintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails by Ted Haigh

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