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Blood and Sand

PUBLISHED · 19 Oct 2026

Scotch, Cherry Heering, sweet vermouth and orange juice: a velvety red classic named for the 1922 bullfighting film.

Abstract illustration of a Blood and Sand: a coupe of deep blood-red drink with an orange peel and a cherry
COCKTAIL

Scotch, Cherry Heering, sweet vermouth and orange juice: a velvety red classic named for the 1922 bullfighting film.

INGREDIENTS
  • Blended Scotch22.5 ml
  • Cherry Heering22.5 ml
  • Sweet vermouth22.5 ml
  • Orange juice22.5 ml
  • Orange peelto garnish
METHOD

Shake the Scotch, Cherry Heering, vermouth and orange juice with ice until chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with an orange peel.

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