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The Scofflaw is a classic cocktail invented in 1924 at Harry's New York Bar in Paris during the American Prohibition era. Its name originates from a contemporary contest seeking a term to describe someone who defiantly consumed illegal alcohol. The drink is traditionally composed of rye whiskey, dry vermouth, lemon juice, grenadine, and orange bitters, creating a balanced profile that is both tart and slightly sweet. It is typically shaken and served up in a chilled coupe glass, making it a staple in vintage cocktail revivals.
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Where was the Scofflaw cocktail invented?
The drink is associated with Harry's New York Bar in Paris and appeared there during American Prohibition in 1924. Its name refers to a person who defiantly ignored alcohol laws.
What is in a traditional Scofflaw?
A classic Scofflaw combines rye whiskey, dry vermouth, lemon juice, and grenadine, with some recipes adding orange bitters. The balance makes it a whiskey sour with a herbal vermouth note and a red, lightly sweet finish.
Can I make a Scofflaw with bourbon instead of rye?
Yes. Rye gives the drink a spicier profile, while bourbon makes it rounder and sweeter, but both appear in modern Scofflaw recipes.
Why is the Scofflaw connected to Prohibition?
Scofflaw was a Prohibition-era insult for someone who drank illegally or flouted alcohol restrictions. The Paris cocktail adopted that name in 1924 while American drinkers were dealing with the Volstead Act.
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