Copper Swan

1 1⁄2 oz Scotch, Highland Park 12
3⁄4 oz Apricot liqueur
1 twst Lemon peel
Instructions

Stir, strain, garnish.

Notes

Works well with Rothman & Winter Apricot. Can sub Highland Park 18 for special occasions.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Gaz Regan
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

Joy of Mixology

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  • Tried it with plain blended Scotch. Not bad, Great nose. The R&W gives it a bit too much syrupy sweetness. — ★★★
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Comments

I don't have Regan's Joy of Mixology to check, but other sites list this as using 2.5 oz scotch for that much apricot liqueur.