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Poitín Basil Smash

Amy Traynor
This variation on the modern classic Basil Smash replaces gin with the Irish spirit, poitín. Also known as Irish moonshine, this unaged liquor has a bold flavor and aroma that's complemented by lemon, honey, and herbs.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz poitín (I used Mad March Hare)
  • ¾ oz honey syrup (recipe in Notes)
  • ¾ oz lemon juice
  • 10 basil leaves

Instructions
 

  • Thoroughly muddle the basil leaves with the lemon juice in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. The more you muddle, the more flavorful (and green) the drink will be.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and fill the shaker ¾ with ice. Shake until chilled, then fine strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with basil leaves or a basil blossom.

Notes

Keyword basil, honey syrup, lemon, Poitín, rye whiskey, smash
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