Perfect for a funky 70s dance party or a night lounging in a velvet suit.
Ingredients:
2 oz rye whiskey (or dark rum for a tropical funk)
0.5 oz ginger liqueur (for a warm, spicy kick)
0.5 oz sweet vermouth
0.5 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water)
2 dashes orange bitters
Club soda (to top)
Candied ginger and lime wheel (for garnish)
Instructions:
Fill a shaker with rye whiskey, ginger liqueur, sweet vermouth, lime juice, honey syrup, and bitters.
Shake well with ice until chilled.
Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
Top with a splash of club soda for a little sparkle.
Garnish with a piece of candied ginger and a lime wheel.
Vibe Check:
The Groove Machine is rich, slightly spicy, and effortlessly smooth—just like the best funk basslines of the 70s. It’s got that perfect mix of heat and sweetness to keep you sipping all night.
Listen to: Earth, Wind & Fire – That’s the Way of the World (1975)
Let the soulful horns and deep grooves of Shining Star and Reasons take you straight to a smoke-filled lounge or a dance floor bathed in red and gold light.