Few things in the world bring people together like good whisky and great food. Pair them together, and you can create a storied experience that will be talked about for years to come.
To make these moments even more exceptional, Dewar’s has curated a collection of inspired pairings to help you host dinner parties that will delight your guests with a variety of sights, sounds, aromas, and tastes, all perfectly accentuated by the inviting complexity of Dewar’s 12 Year Old.
FIRST COURSE
Dewar’s 12 Year Old’s complexity and smoothness are perfectly complemented by the range of flavors, textures, and colors found in a charcuterie board.
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A Dewar’s 12 Year Old Elevated Highball cocktail
DEWAR’S 12 YEAR OLD ELEVATED HIGHBALL
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz Dewar’s 12
Chilled soda water
Large ice cubes
Lemon twist or fresh herbs
METHOD
Fill a chilled highball glass with large ice cubes and add Dewar’s 12. Slowly top with chilled soda water, give it a gentle stir, and garnish with a lemon twist or a sprig of rosemary or thyme for a fresh, herbal touch.
MAIN COURSE – LAND
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Ribeye or Filet Mignon: The subtle sweetness and oak finish of Dewar’s 12 Year Old can balance the savory, charred flavors of a sizzling steak, especially when seasoned with simple herbs and spices. Hearty sides such as risotto or root vegetables are also ideal for showing off Dewar’s 12 Year Old’s complexity.
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A Dewar’s 12 Year Old Rob Roy cocktail
DEWAR’S 12 YEAR OLD ROB ROY
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Dewar’s 12
3/4 oz Sweet vermouth
3 Dashes Angostura bitters
Brandied cherries
METHOD
Combine Dewar’s 12, sweet vermouth, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora or cocktail glass and garnish with speared brandied cherries.
MAIN COURSE – SEA
Dewar’s 12 Year Old’s smooth, slightly sweet flavors of vanilla and honey complement the delicate taste of seafood, and its medium body won’t overwhelm milder flavors. Grilling or roasting seafood will create a nice smoky element that pairs perfectly with Dewar’s 12 Year Old’s subtle, oak-forward finish.
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Seared Scallops: The buttery richness of the scallops paired with the nuttiness of brown butter will complement the honeyed smoothness of Dewar’s 12 Year Old.
Pan-Seared Halibut: Mild, flaky halibut pairs perfectly with the vanilla notes in Dewar’s 12 Year Old, while the delicate sweetness of the fish enhances the whisky’s honey profile.
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A Dewar’s 12 Year Old Whisky Sour cocktail
DEWAR’S 12 YEAR OLD WHISKY SOUR
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Dewar’s 12
¾ oz Fresh lemon juice
½ oz Simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Ice
Lemon wheel or cherry
METHOD
Combine Dewar’s 12, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice. Shake well until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a lemon wheel or cherry.
DESSERT
Finish the meal with an indulgent dessert that brings out the smooth honey and vanilla notes of Dewar’s 12 Year Old, while allowing the whisky to add warmth and richness to the experience.
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Simple Desserts – Dewar’s 12 Year Old pairs perfectly with decadent desserts such as vanilla ice cream with caramel sauce, carrot cake, apple pie, or pecan pie.
Crème Brulé – The caramelized sugar topping and creamy vanilla custard mirror the honey and vanilla notes in Dewar’s 12 Year Old. The slight oakiness of the whisky complements the burnt sugar, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and smoothness.
Dark Chocolate – A shard of dark chocolate pairs well with Dewar’s 12 Year Old, as its richness accentuates the whisky’s smooth honey, vanilla, and light oak notes.
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Dewar’s 12 Year Old neat or on the rock is the perfect way to end your dinner as its fruity notes, floral notes, subtle spice, and long vanilla-butterscotch finish allow your guests to revisit the range of rich, harmonious flavors they’ve enjoyed all evening long.
Bring home the iconic taste of Dewar’s 12 Year Old.
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