
Broadside
A shot of 151 rum and half of Scotch poured over crushed fresh wormwood and bitters. Herbal, punishing and aptly named after a cannon volley.
32% ABVStrongCocktails
Medium
Difficulty
3 min
Time
140 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Rum
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Angostura Bitters· not in your bar3 drops
Or swap: Orange Bitters — citrus-forward, Peychaud's Bitters — brighter, anise-tinged
- Ice· not in your barcubes
- Overproof Rum· not in your bar1 shot
Or swap: Dark Rum — milder — the drink loses some kick
- Scotch· not in your bar1/2 shot
Or swap: Bourbon — sweeter, Irish Whiskey — softer, no smoke
- Wormwood· not in your bar1 Fresh
Instructions
Half fill the glass with ice cubes.
Crush the wormwood and add to ice.
Pour rum, scotch and butters.
Then serve!
Pairs well with
Overproof rum firing across Scotch and wormwood needs heavy provisions:
- Smoked brisket bites
- Aged cheddar chunks
- Salted rye crisps
- Candied walnuts




