Highland Lemonade: A Fireside Cocktail for Elevated Outdoor Living
Highland Lemonade: A Fireside Cocktail for Elevated Outdoor Living
Posted by Prince of Scots | Summer Entertaining | Cocktails & Barware
There’s something magical that happens when twilight falls on the open air. The sky deepens, the fire crackles to life, and stories unfold beneath stars. It’s in these moments — gathered with friends, wrapped in tartan, glass in hand — that summer feels timeless. And no drink captures that feeling better than our Highland Lemonade.
This signature cocktail, served in a Prince of Scots hammered copper tumbler, is a spirited nod to the Highlands: bold, refreshing, and just a bit smoky. Whether fireside at a glamping site or simply winding down on your porch, Highland Lemonade is our toast to the golden hour.
The Story Behind the Sip
Inspired by both our love for Scottish heritage and the ritual of outdoor entertaining, Highland Lemonade brings together the rugged soul of whisky with the sun-bright zip of fresh lemon. The sweetness of heather honey tempers the spirit’s depth, while a splash of sparkling water gives it a celebratory lift.
It’s simple, elegant, and entirely worthy of your favorite wool throw.
Highland Lemonade Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 oz blended Scotch whisky
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1 oz fresh-squeezed lemon juice
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1 oz heather honey syrup (see below)
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Sparkling water or club soda
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Lemon wheel and mint sprig for garnish
Heather Honey Syrup:
Combine equal parts heather honey and warm water. Stir until dissolved. Let cool before using.
Instructions:
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Add whisky, lemon juice, and honey syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
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Shake well until chilled.
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Strain into a Prince of Scots hammered copper tumbler filled with fresh ice.
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Top with sparkling water.
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Garnish with a lemon wheel and mint sprig.
Pro tip: Use a chilled tumbler for extra refreshment and serve fireside with a view.
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Final Pour
Highland Lemonade isn’t just a cocktail. It’s a fireside ritual, a Highland memory, a refreshment made for moments that deserve to linger.
This summer, lift your glass to the season’s best hour — and make it a Prince of Scots moment.
