Whiskey Flip
A rich, velvety classic from the pre-Prohibition era — whiskey shaken with whole egg, sugar, and nutmeg into a creamy, dessert-like sipper. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 1 whole Egg
- 0.8 oz Simple syrup
- freshly grated nutmeg (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve with rich desserts like bread pudding, crème brûlée, or spiced gingerbread cookies that harmonize with the creamy, nutmeg-spiced complexity. A warm bread-based dessert would be particularly luxurious alongside this velvety sipper.
Instructions
Add whiskey, whole egg, and simple syrup to a shaker without ice
Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg
Add ice and shake again for another 15 seconds
Strain into a chilled coupe glass
Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg on top
Tips
The dry shake (without ice) is essential for proper egg emulsification Use the freshest eggs possible for the best texture and safety Flips are an entire category of cocktails — any spirit can be used