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19 sweet whisky cocktails

you need to try

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Feeling fruity? Or maybe you’re more in the mood for a hit of something chocolatey. Either way, sweet cocktails are a go to. And when they’re made with the honeyed, vanilla notes of Ballantine’s blended scotch whisky, you really can’t go wrong.

Here’s our rundown of the best sweet whisky drinks that’ll satisfy your sugar cravings.

Whisky & CREAM SODA

Super simple and super sweet. Whisky & Cream Soda is a classic. The floral, fresh flavours of Ballantine’s Finest cut through the rich, vanilla taste of cream soda. Making the ultimate whisky mixer.

Get the recipe for Whisky & Cream Soda

 

ICED SWEET TEA

The clue’s in the name with this summer serve. Sweeten freshly brewed tea to your liking before topping with soda water and whisky over ice. It’s the perfect batch cocktail for BBQ season.

Get the recipe for Iced Sweet Tea

Whisky MILKSHAKE

Why have a cocktail when you can have dessert? Our Whisky Shake is as sweet as it gets. Think chocolate, ice cream and as many toppings as you can cram on to your glass. If you can’t decide between dessert or a drink, this one’s for you.

Get the recipe for Whisky Milkshake 

TRIPLE PINEAPPLE HIGHBALL

Pineapple lovers listen up. This highball is going to be next on your list. It’s got pineapple juice, a sticky pineapple wedge and a pour of Ballantine’s Sunshine, our latest spirit drink flavoured with sweet, ripe pineapple. It doesn’t get more tropical than this.

Get the recipe for Triple Pineapple Highball 

WHISKY COKE FLOAT

Your favourite childhood treat just got an upgrade. Meet the Snowball, a whisky coke float made with your favourite fizzy drink and plenty of vanilla ice cream. It’s sweet, creamy and perfect for fun nights in.

Get the recipe for Whisky Coke Float

aPPLE CIDER SLUSHIE

Hot summer days mean one thing—frozen cocktails. And this one goes down a treat. Cold, sweet, fruity and refreshing. Our Apple Cider Slushie is made for lazy days in the sun.

Get the recipe for Apple Cider Slushie .

MAPLE WHISKY SOUR

Whisky sours are a classic cocktail with a signature citrussy flavour. But if you’re after extra sweetness, this variation is for you. Adding in a dash of maple syrup gives the drink a subtle sweet touch that balances the zesty notes. Otherwise known as perfection.

Get the recipe for Maple Whisky Sour 

WHISKY & CHOCOLATe MILK

Anything goes when it comes to whisky cocktails. And this combo is no different. Grab a glass of chocolate milk, and pour in a dash of Ballantine’s. The whisky’s lightly spiced notes give it a boozy twist.

Get the recipe for Whisky & Chocolate Milk

BLUE MONDAY

If a Piña Colada is your kind of sweetness, then stick around. The Blue Monday is about to become your new favourite drink. It’s got the classic pineapple coconut combo, but with the addition of Ballantine’s Finest and Blue Curacao for a warming, citrusy finish. Serve with a pineapple wedge and cherry to max out this cocktail’s retro look.

Get the recipe for Blue Monday

 

CHERRY WHISKY SOUr

Sweet, rich and fruity. It’s about to get wild. Added cherry syrup and our free-spirited cherry flavoured spirit drink, Ballantine’s Wild, give this classic recipe a super fun spin. A surefire way to impress your friends come cocktail hour.

Get the recipe for Cherry Whisky Sour

WHISKY HOT CHOCOLATe

Curl up this winter with a creamy, sweet cocktail that’ll warm you right up. It’s hot chocolate, but with a Ballantine’s whisky twist. Made for cosy nights in. Go big on toppings with whipped cream and marshmallows for extra delicious sweetness.

Get the recipe for Whisky Hot Chocolate

 

Whisky MANGO LASSI

Mango lassi is a much-loved Indian mocktail that’s sweet, creamy and fruity. So naturally we’ve given it a remix. With a pour of Ballantine’s Finest, this recipe gets even more sweetness and spice. Plus it’s super easy to make and seriously impressive.

Get the recipe for Whisky Mango Lassi

Whisky Flip

There’s not many cocktails as creamy as a Whisky Flip. Made with double cream, amaretto liqueur and scotch, it’s all about those rich, nutty flavours. Think eggnog, but better. 

Get the recipe for Whisky Flip 

 

Frozen Hugo Spritz

This one’s a twist on a twist. Think a classic Hugo, but with whisky. Then blend it all up with ice and you’ve got a slushie style serve that’s seriously refreshing. Sweet elderflower, fresh lemon and the smooth, caramel notes of Ballantine’s 7 American Barrel make this a winner.

Get the recipe for Frozen Hugo Spritz

Whisky & Orange Soda

Orange soda for adults? Yes please. Mix orange Fanta with Ballantine’s Passion for a sweet, citrussy serve you can make in seconds. Our tropical spirit drink is bursting with exotic fruity flavours for extra sweetness.

Get the recipe for Whisky & Orange Soda 

 

Apple Pop

Make the night even sweeter with Apple Pop. This fun, fizzy mixer is perfectly light. And you only need a few ingredients—fresh apple juice, bubbling soda water and Ballantine’s Finest. What’s not to like?

Get the recipe for Apple Pop

Chip & Dip

Sometimes sweet needs a little salt. Enter Chip & Dip, a creamy, boozy chocolate milkshake topped with tons of cream and a side of salty chips. It shouldn’t work, but it definitely does. Have a dip and see for yourself.

Get the recipe for Chip & Dip 

 

Peach Whisky Iced Tea

Kick back, relax and sip on a glass of Peach Iced Tea, Ballantine’s style. This fresh, fruity serve has just the right amount of sweetness to see you through spring, summer and whenever the moment calls.

Get the recipe for Peach Whisky Iced Tea

 

Whisky & Appletiser

Light, bubbly, simple. Oh and plenty sweet. Whisky and Appletiser are a seriously good match. Think fruity notes and a spiced finish. Plus a hint of vanilla and honey. 

Get the recipe for Whisky & Appletiser 

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