Three Wise Men (cocktail)

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The name of the Three Wise Men cocktail is derived from the recipe, which blends three types of Whiskey together. Each brand usually included is named for its maker (the "wise men" of the title).

[edit] Recipe

In a tumbler pour

1 part Scotch Whisky (e.g., Johnnie Walker Red or Black Label).

1 part Tennessee Whiskey (e.g., Jack Daniels).

1 part Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey (e.g., Jim Beam White or Yellow Label).

Serve either neat or on the rocks, according to taste.

[edit] Variations

• A Southern Wisemen is made with 1 part of Tennessee Whiskey, 1 part of Kentucky Bourbon, and 1 part of Tequila (e.g., Jose Cuervo).
• A Christmas Wisemen is a holiday variant made with 1 part Jägermeister, 1 part peppermint schnapps, and 1 part cinnamon schnapps.
• A Three Wisemen Go Hunting consists of the traditional recipe with an additional 1 part Wild Turkey (bourbon).
• A Four Horsemen is made with the Three aforementioned liquors and 1 part Jose Cuervo.