Style
Rock and Rye
Part cocktail, part cure-all, the Rock and Rye is a sweet, spiced whiskey classic with roots in 19th-century American saloons and medicine cabinets. Traditionally made by infusing rye whiskey with rock candy sugar, citrus peels, and warming spices (like cloves or cinnamon), it was originally sipped as a soothing tonic for sore throats and bad moods alike. Served straight or over ice, this drink is rich, mellow, and slightly syrupy, with cozy flavors that feel like a hug in a glass.
Ingredients
- 12ozrye whiskey
- 4ozrock candy
- 2ozmaraschino cherry juice
- 8 wholecloves
- 1star anise
- 2cinnamon sticks
Directions
- 1
Stir together rye whiskey, rock candy, cherry juice, cloves, star anise, and cinnamon.
- 2
Pour into a glass jar.
- 3
Top with a lid and let steep at room temperature for 5 days.
- 4
Pour into an iced rocks glass.
- 5
Add lemon twist for garnish.
