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JR's Irish Whiskey Cocktail

Irish whiskey, blended with citrus and hints of cherry, makes for a smooth sipping cocktail. Garnish with additional lemon and orange if desired.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 people

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail Shaker
  • 1 Muddler
  • 1 Jigger (for precise liquid measurement)
  • 1 Rocks Glass
  • 1 Cocktail Strainer (if not integrated with shaker)

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 lemon wedge
  • 1 orange slice
  • 1 fluid ounce Irish whiskey
  • ½ fluid ounce amaretto liqueur
  • ½ fluid ounce triple sec
  • 1 dash bitters
  • 1 ½ cups ice divided

Instructions
 

  • Muddle lemon wedge and orange slice in a cocktail shaker. Add Irish whiskey, amaretto, triple sec, bitters, and 1 cup of ice. Close and shake 6 times.
  • Fill a rocks glass with remaining 1/2 cup of ice and strain cocktail on top.

Notes

For optimal flavor, ensure your citrus is freshly cut and ripe; the essential oils from the muddled fruit are key. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds, not just 6 times, to achieve proper dilution and chilling. This creates a balanced, smooth texture. Consider using a large format ice cube in your rocks glass to minimize further dilution and maintain the drink's integrity as you sip. Adjust the amount of amaretto or triple sec to suit your sweetness preference, and don't skip the bitters—they add crucial depth and complexity.