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Spring Refresh: Scotch Serves for the Spring Season

The clocks have sprung forward, an official indication that the long-awaited spring season is almost here—the perfect time to refresh your cocktail repertoire with some vibrant Scotch serves.  

Glenfiddich single malt Scotch whisky shines in these spring-inspired cocktails, offering fruity, aromatic, and playful flavors that are perfect for sunny afternoons, brunches, or patio gatherings. 

Highland Honeydew – with Glenfiddich 12 Year Old 

Fresh honeydew, basil, and lime are muddled together to create a unique and aromatic flavour for this spring cocktail. Complemented by Glenfiddich 12 Year Old’s bright, fresh character, this vibrant green serve is perfect for brunch or garden gatherings. 

Ingredients: 

  • 2 oz Glenfiddich 12 Year Old 
  • 1 Sugar Cube 
  • ½ Cup Fresh Melon 
  • 8 Basil Leaves + 1 Sprig for Garnish 
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice 
  • ¼ oz Simple Syrup (Optional) 

In a shaker, muddle melon and white sugar cube to a pulp. Add in basil and gently muddle. Pour in Glenfiddich, lime juice and optional simple syrup. Add ice and shake vigorously. Pour contents into a rocks glass and top with crushed ice. Garnish with basil sprig. 

Speyside Strawberry – with Glenfiddich 14 Year Old 

A crowd-pleasing cocktail with Glenfiddich 14 Year Old Scotch at its heart. Vanilla-rich notes mix seamlessly with strawberry, lemon, and Amaretto, creating a serve as memorable as a spring bouquet. Delight dinner guests with this showstopping serve. 

Ingredients: 

  • 2 Strawberries (halved, stem removed) 
  • 1 ½ oz Glenfiddich 14 Year Old 
  • ½ oz Amaretto 
  • ½ oz Lemon Juice 
  • ½ oz Orange Juice 
  • ⅓ oz Honey Syrup (1:1) 
  • 1 Dash Angostura Bitters 
  • 1 oz Egg White 

Muddle strawberries in a cocktail shaker. Add Glenfiddich, Amaretto, lemon and orange juices, honey syrup, bitters and egg white. Shake without ice. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a coupe glass for a sophisticated spring cocktail. 

Golden Hour – with Glenfiddich 15 Year Old 

Bring tropical vibes to your spring sipping with Glenfiddich’s Golden Hour cocktail. A tasteful blend of the rich, smooth character of Glenfiddich 15 Year Old with passion fruit, lime, and a touch of vanilla syrup. The frothy egg white and fresh mint garnish make this cocktail as beautiful as it is delicious. 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 ¾ oz Glenfiddich 15 Year Old 
  • ¾ oz Fresh Lime Juice 
  • ¾ oz Vanilla Syrup 
  • 1 ¼ oz Passion Fruit Purée 
  • ¾ oz Egg White 
  • Garnish: 5 Mint Leaves + Half Passion Fruit 

Build ingredients in a cocktail shaker and dry shake. Add ice and shake again until chilled. Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice, and garnish with mint leaves and a half of a passion fruit for a vibrant, spring-ready presentation.