Black Nail

Modern · Whiskey · Rocks glass

The Irish cousin of the Rusty Nail, swapping Scotch and Drambuie for Irish whiskey and honeyed Irish Mist liqueur. Originated in New York as a St. Patrick's Day special following the 1947 launch of Irish Mist.

GlassRocks glass
GarnishNone
ABV30%
Categoryinternational
Flavorwikidata-import, whiskey

Ingredients

  • Irish whiskey1.5 oz
  • Irish Mist1 oz
  • Orange peel1 piece

Method

  1. Add Irish whiskey and Irish Mist to a rocks glass.
  2. Add one large ice cube.
  3. Stir gently to chill.
  4. Express an orange peel over the top and drop it in.