COCKTAIL RECIPE
Mamie Taylor
Mamie Taylor is a refreshing classic cocktail made with Scotch whisky, lime juice and ginger ale. It is one of the early examples of the highball category with its simple yet characterful structure.
The Mamie Taylor cocktail is a drink that originated in America in the late 19th century and was named after Mamie Taylor, a famous stage performer of the time. According to legend, the cocktail was created in 1899 in a bar in Rochester, New York. The name of Mamie Taylor, one of the stars of the stage at the time, had become part of the popular culture of the time and bars liked to name new cocktails after celebrities.
The combination of Scotch whisky with lime juice and ginger ale was a very innovative idea at the time. This combination was both refreshing and strong in character. The slightly spicy texture of the ginger, the lively acidity of the lime and the smoky aroma of the Scotch combined to create a simple but impressive balance of flavors.
“Sometimes the best mix of life is the right balance of simple things”