Rusty Nail with a lemon twist
A Rusty Nail with a lemon twist is a classic Scotch-based cocktail, traditionally made with Drambuie (a honey and herb liqueur) and Scotch whisky. This variation adds a bright, citrusy note with a lemon twist garnish, balancing the drink's inherent sweetness and herbal depth. It's a sophisticated, spirit-forward cocktail originating from the mid-20th century, often associated with a refined, old-school bar culture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a spirit-based cocktail, it is very low in carbohydrates, fat, and protein, with virtually no key nutrients. The calories, roughly 180-220 per serving, come almost entirely from alcohol and the sugar in the Drambuie liqueur.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 200 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Alcohol | ~18 g |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 90 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the Rusty Nail is a staple of the 'Rat Pack' era and classic cocktail revival. Nutritionally, its uniqueness lies in being a concentrated source of 'empty calories' from alcohol, with the lemon twist adding negligible calories but a significant sensory and aromatic lift.
