🍀 The Dublin Botanist: A Sophisticated St. Patrick’s Day Irish Sazerac

Ditch the green food coloring and step into springtime with The Dublin Botanist. In Episode 61 of Thirsty Thursday Cocktails, Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey crafts a “dry” Irish cocktail that fits like a crisp linen suit. Using Ha’penny Irish Whiskey as our floral backbone, this drink is a sophisticated riff on the classic Sazerac, trading heavy syrups for bright, botanical complexity.

We’re elevating the experience with a Dom Bénédictine rinse and a unique blend of Peychaud’s and Lavender bitters. Whether you are celebrating St. Paddy’s week or just looking for a clean, mineral finish to your evening, this cocktail is the ultimate “green” spirit in flavor and soul.

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📋 The Spec Sheet

• 2 oz Ha’penny Irish Whiskey (The floral/herbal star)
• 1 barspoon Demerara Syrup (To round the edges)
• 3 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters (Classic Sazerac spice & anise)
• 2 dashes Strongwater Lavender Bitters (The signature floral lift)
• Rinse: Dom Bénédictine (For an herbal, honeyed foundation)
• Garnish: Fresh Lemon Peel

🛠 Technique & Instructions

1. Chill the Glass: Place a rocks glass in the freezer or fill with ice water while you prep.
2. The Mix: In a mixing glass, combine the Ha’penny Whiskey, Demerara syrup, Peychaud’s, and Lavender bitters.
3. Stir: Add plenty of ice and stir for 20–25 seconds. Proper dilution is key to letting the botanicals breathe!
4. The Rinse: Discard the ice from your chilled rocks glass. Add a splash of Dom Bénédictine, swirl to coat the interior, and dump the excess.
5. The Pour: Strain the cocktail into the rinsed glass. Serve “up” or over one large clear rock.
6. The Garnish: Express a lemon peel over the surface to release those bright citrus oils, then drop it in.

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NOTE: The spirits and items in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the producers for this review. Please drink responsibly.

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