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Easy Prohibition-Era Cocktails for Your Murder Mystery Bash!

Ashley Seybolt
Two cocktails on a beige background: one is red and frothy, served in a coupe glass; the other is amber with a lemon twist in a martini glass.

Hosting a murder mystery party set in the roaring 1920s? Set the mood with classic cocktails that embody the spirit of the era. Here are simple yet tasty recipes for Skills Murder Mysteries' The Secret is in the Scofflaw, a drink perfect for the gentlemen, and the Sidecar Noir, a delightful choice for the ladies.

Red cocktail in a glass on a wooden table with a metal shaker and jigger nearby, creating a classy bar setting.
The Secret is in the Scofflaw

The Secret is in the Scofflaw Recipe

The Scofflaw is a bold cocktail that combines whiskey with a touch of sweetness and tartness, making it a perfect drink for the discerning gentleman.

Ingredients:
  • 2 oz rye whiskey

  • 1 oz dry vermouth

  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 oz grenadine

  • Ice

  • Lemon twist or cherry for garnish

Instructions:
  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  2. Add the rye whiskey, dry vermouth, fresh lemon juice, and grenadine.

  3. Shake well until chilled.

  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

  5. Garnish with a lemon twist or cherry.

Two cocktails on a silver tray with lemons, a knife, and a strainer. Colorful liquor bottles in the blurred background on a bar.
Sidecar Noir

Sidecar Noir Recipe

The Sidecar is a timeless cocktail that offers a refreshing balance of flavors, making it a perfect choice for the elegant lady at your party.

Ingredients:
  • 2 oz cognac or brandy

  • 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)

  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice

  • Ice

  • Sugar for rimming the glass (optional)

  • Orange twist for garnish

Instructions:
  1. If desired, rim the glass with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it in sugar.

  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  3. Add the cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.

  4. Shake well until chilled.

  5. Strain into the prepared cocktail glass.

  6. Garnish with an orange twist.

These timeless cocktails will elevate the atmosphere of your 1920s speakeasy murder mystery party and leave your guests impressed with their exquisite flavors. Here's to an evening filled with mystery, intrigue, and delectable drinks! To organize your own "Murder at the Manor" party, visit skillsmurdermysteries.com or explore skillsmurdermystery.etsy.com for more information. Enjoy your intriguing evening!

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