Drambuie, the original whisky liqueur owned by William Grant & Sons, Ltd., announces the launch of the DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON bespoke cocktails, a collaboration with Austin-based Chameleon Cold-Brew Coffee. Featuring a menu of cocktails created by Drambuie Brand Ambassador Vance Henderson, the partnership merges the quality of consciously crafted beverages, unique flavor profiles and the spirit’s more than 270-year history, and versatile uses in contemporary cocktail culture. The collaboration’s signature Java Royale cocktail is now available in a ready-to-make kit from Cocktail Courier through September.
“Drambuie and Chameleon Cold-Brew are perfect complements to each other,” said Vance Henderson. “The smooth taste of Drambuie – heather honey, herbs and spices, and just a touch of sweetness pair exceptionally well with the rich and bold flavors of the cold-brew coffee making for delicious and creative cocktails. The DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON line-up is ideal for summer whether enjoyed for brunch, as a happy hour pick-me-up or an after dinner drink.”
DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON’s libations vary in style and taste, appealing to coffee lovers and discerning cocktail enthusiasts alike. The signature Java Royale cocktail is a palate pleasing combination of Drambuie, Green Chartreuse and Chameleon Vanilla Coffee Concentrate with a candied ginger garnish, while other Cocktail Café recipes include the Sand & Smoke made with Chameleon Mexican Coffee and the Great Pretender with Chameleon Vanilla Coffee Concentrate and Peach Brandy. Select recipes included below.
“At Chameleon Cold Brew we are always looking for new ways to innovate and delight our fans. This partnership with Drambuie allows us to explore a new arena for our coffee, to excite our existing customer base as well as reach a new audience. Plus, the cocktails all taste so good,” added Chris Campbell, president and CEO of Chameleon Cold-Brew.
For more information, please visit www.Drambuie.com. For additional information on Chameleon Cold-Brew, please visit www.ChameleonColdBrew.com.
Cocktails include:
DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON Java Royale
1 part Drambuie
.50 part Green Chartreuse
3 parts Chameleon Vanilla Coffee Concentrate
Combine with ice in a rocks glass, stir until well chilled, serve
Garnish with a skewered piece of candied ginger
DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON Sand and Smoke
1 part Drambuie
1 part Pineapple Juice
3 Fresh Basil Leaves
2 parts Chameleon Mexican Coffee Concentrate
.50 part Mezcal
Combine with Ice, Shake, Double-Strain, Serve over fresh ice
Splash Club Soda
Garnish with Fresh Basil
DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON Highland Sour
1 part Drambuie
.50 part Blended Scotch or Mezcal
.50 part Cynar
.25 part Lemon Juice
1 part Chameleon Mexican Coffee Concentrate
1/2 teaspoon preserves Orange or Strawberry
.75 part or 1 egg white
Combine with Ice, Shake, Double-Strain, Serve Up
Garnish with Dash of Angostura Bitters
DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON Spark & Stormy
1 part Drambuie
.50 part Sailor Jerry Rum
1 part Cream or (Milk base of Choice)
3 parts Chameleon Mexican Coffee Concentrate
Combine with Ice (minus cream), Shake, Strain, Over new ice
Float cream over cocktail
Garnish with Cinnamon-Dusted Orange Slice
DRAMBUIE x CHAMELEON Great Pretender
1 part Drambuie
.50 part Peach Brandy
.50 part Sweet Vermouth
2 parts Chameleon Vanilla Coffee Concentrate
Combine with Ice, Shake, Double-Strain, Serve Up
Garnish with Brandied Cherry
