一週的忙碌終於迎來尾聲，週末的序曲，不妨用一杯 Scarabus 威士忌酸酒（Whisky Sour） 揭開帷幕。當艾雷島原始、狂野的泥煤煙燻，與明亮、凜冽的柑橘香氣碰撞，瞬間就能迸發出仲夏夜的盎然活力。

作為這杯調酒的靈魂核心，基酒選用了 Scarabus —— 一款由蘇格蘭傳奇獨立裝瓶商 Hunter Laing 匠心呈現的神秘艾雷島單一麥芽威士忌。它以 46% ABV 的強度裝瓶，堅持非冷凝過濾與自然無色素。聞香間，仿佛能嗅到艾雷島獨特的泥煤煙燻，與海邊篝火餘燼中那一抹細緻的甘甜。

這絕非一杯平庸溫吞的調酒。它是一部高潮迭起的午夜電影，而經典的 Whisky Sour，正是讓它大放異彩的絕佳舞台。

調製藍圖

【配方】

• 50ml Scarabus 艾雷島單一麥芽威士忌 —— 奠定煙燻泥煤與海風的深邃基調。

• 25ml 新鮮檸檬汁 —— 帶來明亮、奔放且精準的酸度。

• 15ml 豐厚糖漿 —— 以溫潤的質地完美中和酸烈。

• ½ 顆新鮮蛋白（可選） —— 賦予酒體如雲朵般細緻的綿密口感與層次。

• 裝飾：一顆白蘭地漬櫻桃與一片薄切柳橙皮。

【步驟】

1. 乾搖（Dry Shake）：先不加冰塊，將所有原料倒入調酒器中強力搖盪，充分將蛋白乳化為細緻泡沫。

2. 加冰搖（Wet Shake）：加入大冰塊俐落搖盪 20 秒。在極致降溫的同時避免過度稀釋，徹底喚醒酒體。

3. 入杯：經過雙重過濾倒入威士忌杯中，靜待頂層的泡沫如海霧般沉降。

4. 點綴：飾以櫻桃與橙皮，舒服地靠在沙發上，享受你的第一口。

為什麼它與眾不同？

傳統的 Whisky Sour 大多強調蜂蜜與木質的香甜，而這杯由 Scarabus 演繹的，則是更前衛大膽的風味碰撞：艾雷島標誌性的濃郁泥煤煙燻 × 清新檸檬；皮革的內斂香氣 × 燉煮水果的香甜，在味蕾上交織出深邃的層次，口感卻依舊維持著無與倫比的輕盈。

調酒師私房話

務必嘗試加入蛋白。綿密的泡沫不僅能增添口感層次，更能牢牢鎖住煙燻泥煤的靈魂香氣。隨著每次啜飲，Scarabus 將在你的感官海岸邊，點燃一抹沁人的夏日篝火。

Scarabus Whisky Sour: Smoke, Soul, the Perfect Weekend Glow

As the busy week finally winds down, usher in the weekend with a curated pour. Introduce your palate to the Scarabus Whisky Sour—a cocktail where Islay’s raw, untamed peat smoke collides with bright, crisp citrus notes, instantly sparking the vibrant energy of a midsummer night.

At the heart and soul of this drink is Scarabus—an enigmatic Islay single malt masterfully presented by the legendary Scottish independent bottler, Hunter Laing. Bottled at a commanding 46% ABV, it stays true to tradition with no chill-filtration and natural color. A gentle nosing evokes Islay’s signature peat smoke, beautifully intertwined with the delicate sweetness of a seaside bonfire's fading embers.

This is no ordinary, timid drink. It’s a gripping midnight movie in a glass—a brilliant plot twist on the classic Whisky Sour that gives Scarabus the ultimate stage to shine. 

Recipe

Ingredients

• 50ml Scarabus Islay Single Malt — Setting a deep, uncompromising foundation of peat smoke and sea breeze.

• 25ml Fresh Lemon Juice — Delivering a bright, vibrant, and precise acidity.

• 15ml Rich Simple Syrup — Perfectly balancing the sharp citrus with its velvety texture.

• ½ Fresh Egg White (Optional) — Lending the drink a cloud-like, silky texture and extra depth.

• Garnish: A single brandied cherry and a thin strip of orange peel.

Method

1. The Dry Shake: Combine all ingredients in a shaker without ice and shake vigorously to fully emulsify the egg white into a fine, rich foam.

2. The Wet Shake: Add large ice cubes and shake sharply for 20 seconds. This achieves a perfect chill without over-diluting, thoroughly waking up the spirit.

3. The Pour: Double-strain into a glass and watch the foam layer settle at the top like a gentle coastal mist.

4. The Finish: Garnish with the cherry and orange peel, sink comfortably into your sofa, and enjoy your first sip.

Why It Stands Out

While traditional Whisky Sours lean heavily into honeyed and woody sweetness, this Scarabus rendition offers a much more avant-garde and daring collision of flavors:

• Rich Peat Smoke × Vibrant Lemon: Creating a striking, high-tension contrast on the palate.

• Understated Leather × Sweet Stewed Fruits: Weaving a profound, sophisticated depth.

Together, these elements paint a complex picture on your tastebuds, yet the mouthfeel remains remarkably, effortlessly light.

The Mixologist's Note

Be sure to try it with the egg white. The dense foam not only adds an elegant layer of texture but also locks in the intense peaty aromas. With every single sip, Scarabus will ignite a refreshing summer bonfire along the shores of your senses.