Whisky Mac
The Whisky Mac is a very strong whiskey spirit-forward cocktail, tart and fruity on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 51 out of 100
- Sweet
- 42 out of 100
- Fruity
- 51 out of 100
- Smoky
- 42 out of 100
- Boozy
- 86 out of 100
How to make a Whisky Mac
To make a Whisky Mac, build over ice in a highball glass: 1½ oz scotch and 1 oz wine.
You'll need
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in Scotch and wine.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Scotch and wine only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Whisky Mac questions
What does a Whisky Mac taste like?
Mostly tart and fruity, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 26% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Whisky Mac?
About 26% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Whisky Mac and a Thriller?
Both use scotch and wine. The Thriller uses orange juice. The Whisky Mac is built in the glass and served in a highball glass; the Thriller is shaken and served in a cocktail glass. The Whisky Mac is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a Whisky Mac in?
A highball glass.