Scotch Cobbler
The Scotch Cobbler is a very strong whiskey spirit-forward cocktail, sweet and smoky on the palate. Built and served in a rocks glass.
- 2 min
- Rocks glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 63 out of 100
- Fruity
- 19 out of 100
- Herbal
- 40 out of 100
- Smoky
- 54 out of 100
- Boozy
- 100 out of 100
How to make a Scotch Cobbler
To make a Scotch Cobbler, build over ice in a rocks glass: 2 oz scotch, ¼ oz brandy, ¼ oz Curacao and 1 mint. Garnish with orange.
You'll need
Instructions
- 1
Add mint leaves to a rocks glass and press gently with a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to release the oils and juice.
- 2
Fill the glass with one large ice cube.
- 3
Pour in Scotch, brandy and curacao.
- 4
Stir briefly to mix.
- 5
Garnish with an orange wheel.
Why build it in the glass? Scotch, brandy and curacao only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Scotch Cobbler questions
What does a Scotch Cobbler taste like?
Mostly sweet and smoky, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 34% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Scotch Cobbler?
About 34% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.
What can I use instead of triple sec?
Cointreau or Grand Marnier will work.
What glass do you serve a Scotch Cobbler in?
A rocks glass.