Golden Basque Punch

 

(Relaxnews) - When the man named the best bartender in the world mixes drinks for the holidays, you can bet they go beyond vodka tonics.

With holiday parties filling up itineraries and homes around the world, Spaniard David Rios of The Jigger Cocktail & Disco Bar in Bilbao offers a few cocktail recipes to set the festive tone and whet guests’ appetites.

This past summer, Rios rose above 43 finalists from around the world to be crowned the World Class Bartender of the Year 2013.

Here’s the cocktail recipe that tipped Rios above his rivals at the Diageo-sponsored competition.

Gold Basque Punch

60ml Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Scotch Whisky
30ml Amer Picon bitter aperitif
30ml pineapple juice
10ml grenadine
30ml soda   

Glass: wine glass

Garnish: orange twist

Method: Stir ingredients over a large block of ice and serve in a chilled wine glass.

 

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