Whether it's the end of a long hard day or the cap on a fun night out, nightcap drinks are there to calm the soul and lull you to slumber. Often the lone cocktail of the evening, I prefer my nightcap to be spirit forward and robust. Here I give you my three favorite classic cocktails for capping off the night.

Rob Roy

Rob Roy

ROB ROY

Think Manhattan but with scotch.

INGREDIENTS

2 parts Scotch

1 part Sweet Vermouth

2 dashes Orange Bitters

Lemon Peel Garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Stir with ice.

2. Strain into cocktail glass or over the rocks.

3. Garnish and ENJOY!

Last Word - Nightcap Cocktails

Last Word - Nightcap Cocktails

LAST WORD

Fitting name for a nightcap cocktail.

INGREDIENTS

Equal Parts:

Dry Gin

Green Chartreuse

Maraschino Liqueur

Lime Juice

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine ingredients in a shaker.

2. Shake with ice.

3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

4. ENJOY!

Remember the Maine - Cocktail Crafty

Remember The Maine - Nightcap Cocktails

REMEMBER THE MAINE

INGREDIENTS

1.5 ounces Rye Whiskey

.75 ounce Italian Whiskey

.25 ounce Cherry Brandy

.25 ounce Absinthe (for Rinse)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a mixing glass, stir ingredients with ice.

2. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

3. Garnish with lemon peel.

4. ENJOY!