Prohibition Era · Strong
12 Mile Limit
- Base
- Rum, Whiskey, Cognac
- Glass
- Nick & Nora
- Method
- Shaken
- Effort
- Intermediate · 5 min
- ABV
- 23%
Build
- Light Rumor White Rum
- Rye Whiskeyor Bourbon
- Cognacor Brandy
- Lemon Juice
- Grenadine SyrupFresh, homemade preferred
- LemonExpress oils over drink · garnish
You’ll need: Cocktail shaker, Strainer
Method — Shaken
- Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled
- Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass
- Express lemon oils over the surface and garnish with the peel
The story
Named after the 12-mile boundary from shore that marked international waters during Prohibition, where ships could legally serve alcohol.
Variations
Some bartenders add a dash of Angostura bitters or adjust the proportions of spirits.
Host tips
Use fresh-squeezed lemon juice and homemade grenadine for best results.

