The Cameron's Kick

The Cameron’s Kick is one of the great curiosities of the cocktail canon: a split-base sour that brings Scotch and Irish whiskey together in the same glass. First published by Harry McElhone in the 1920s, it’s a classic with a nutty twist thanks to orgeat. Joining us to unpack its history and execution is Liam Weitz, head bartender at Brooklyn’s Deux Chats. Listen on (or read below) to discover Liam's Cameron’s Kick recipe — and don't forget to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!

Liam Weitz's Cameron’s Kick Recipe

- ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice

- ⅓ ounce (scant ½ ounce) orgeat, such as L’Orgeat Almond Liqueur

- ⅓ ounce (scant ½ ounce) simple syrup

- 1 ounce Scotch, such as Johnnie Walker Black

- 1 ounce Irish Whiskey, such as Bushmills Black Bush

- Garnish: lemon twist

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Shake until chilled.

3. Double strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.

4. Express a lemon twist over the top then discard.