Cocktails
Irish Whisky
Irish Whisky is an alcoholic cocktail built on Maraschino. It leans herbal and anise. Stirred and served in a Cocktail Glass.
Nutrition information is not yet available for this drink.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 5 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.
Ingredients
- 2.0 ozMr. Boston Triple SecOther
- 2.0 ozAbsinthe SubstituteOther
- 4.0 ozMaraschinoLiqueur Modifier
- 1 dashBittersModifier
- 2.0 ozIrish WhiskeyBase Spirit
How to Make It
- Stir with ice and strain into cocktail glass.Stirred
- Serve with an olive.Serve
How to Serve
- Glass
- Cocktail Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.
Estimated sensory profile
- Bold and complex
When to serve
- AperitifSuggested from its dry and herbal notes.
- Happy HourSuggested from its dry notes, pairing with charcuterie and olives.
Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.
Food pairings
Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.
Diet & lifestyle
Compatible, based on the listed ingredients
May be limited
Not compatible
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Maraschino4.0 oz
Bitters1 dash
Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is an Irish Whisky?
- The Irish Whisky is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
- What does an Irish Whisky taste like?
- Irish Whisky has a flavour profile featuring Herbal, Anise, Citrus, Almond. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with an Irish Whisky?
- Irish Whisky pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is an Irish Whisky?
- The strength of Irish Whisky depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
- When is an Irish Whisky typically served?
- Irish Whisky is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to an Irish Whisky?
- If you enjoy Irish Whisky, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
- Can I make an Irish Whisky at home?
- Yes. The Irish Whisky uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
- How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
- Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Irish Whisky with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.