Praying Mantis

An equal-parts Scotch cocktail from Attaboy's famous "bug cocktail" family. Smoky Islay whisky meets herbal Gran Classico with bright lemon and spicy ginger.

scotchMedium~22% ABV

MethodShakeGlassCoupeIcenoneGarnishCandied ginger

Recipe

Serves1

Ingredients

¾ ozislay scotch whisky
¾ ozgran classico
¾ ozlemon juice
¾ ozginger syrup
Candied gingergarnish

Tools

cocktail shakerjiggerstrainerfine strainer

Instructions

1Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2Shake vigorously until well chilled.
3Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
4Garnish with a piece of candied ginger.

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History & Origin

Bartender Brandon Bramhall created the Praying Mantis at Attaboy in Nashville as part of the bar's celebrated "bug cocktail" family. Following the equal-parts template established by Sam Ross's Mosquito and Paper Plane, the Praying Mantis swaps mezcal and Campari for smoky Islay Scotch and bittersweet Gran Classico. The result showcases how the equal-parts formula can adapt to different flavor profiles while maintaining perfect balance.

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