The Irish Maid
Modern | Sour | from Anders Erickson
The Irish Maid is a Whiskey Sour variation featuring Irish whiskey, lemon juice and fresh cucumber. It makes the case for whiskey as a summer drink.
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Brand |
|---|---|---|
| 2 slices | Cucumber | |
| 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml | Irish Whiskey | Powers Gold Label |
| 0.5 oz / 12.5 ml 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml | Elderflower Liqueur | St. Germain |
| 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml | Fresh Lemon Juice | |
| 0.5 oz / 18.5 ml 0.75 oz / 27.5 ml 1 oz / 36.5 ml 1.5 oz / 55 ml | Semi-Rich Simple Syrup |
Notes
- Method: Shaken
- Pour: Double Strain
- Glassware:
- Low Ball
- On the Rocks
- Garnish: Cucumber ribbon
- Special Prep: Muddle the cucumber in the cheater tin.
