Serpent's Squeeze

Given its Shakespearean inspiration, the Serpent’s Tooth cocktail may not be suitable for family gatherings, but its invigorating blend of Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, lemon juice, kümmel, and bitters is truly delightful. The caraway-laced kümmel adds a unique twist to this classic cocktail, making it a sophisticated and flavorful choice for any occasion.

Serpent's Squeeze

A bracing blend of Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, lemon juice, kümmel, and bitters creates the delightful Serpent’s Tooth cocktail, inspired by Shakespeare's "King Lear".

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz. Irish whiskey
  • 1 oz. sweet vermouth
  • 1/4 oz. kümmel
  • 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Instructions

  1. Shake the Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, kümmel, lemon juice, and bitters with ice.
  2. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.