Cameron's Kick is a sophisticated whiskey cocktail combining blended Scotch and Irish whiskey with bright lemon juice and orange bitters. This early 20th-century drink balances warm spirit depth with crisp citrus notes for a refined aperitif or evening pour.
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Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Cocktails are best consumed immediately after preparation. Pre-mix whiskey, lemon, and bitters in a pitcher and refrigerate up to 2 hours; stir with ice and strain just before serving.
jigger · mixing glass · bar spoon · fine strainer · coupe or cocktail glass
Blended Scotch provides a lighter, more approachable base with balanced grain and malt character. Single malt would overpower the delicate Irish whiskey and citrus balance in this cocktail.
Yes. Pre-chilling a coupe or cocktail glass keeps the drink cold longer and enhances the crisp lemon and bitters flavors.
Mix the whiskeys, lemon juice, and bitters in a pitcher up to 2 hours ahead. Stir with ice just before serving to maintain proper dilution and temperature.
Standard aromatic orange bitters (like Angostura or Regan's) work well. Avoid chocolate or spiced varieties, which clash with the whiskey and citrus balance.
Fresh lemon juice is essential—it provides brightness and balance. Bottled juice tastes flat and muddy in this delicate recipe.
