Smokey Irish Storm

This Smokey Irish Storm is a savory twist on the classic Dark and Stormy cocktail, inspired by its namesake. With a combination of Jameson Black Barrel Irish whiskey, Cardamaro, Connemara cask-strength peated Irish whiskey, fresh lime juice, ginger syrup, and a touch of tamarind chutney, this cocktail packs a punch that will satisfy any cocktail enthusiast's palate. Topped with a splash of vanilla soda and garnished with freshly grated nutmeg, the Smokey Irish Storm is a bold and flavorful libation.

Smokey Irish Storm

A savory twist on the Dark and Stormy, the Smokey Irish Storm cocktail features a combination of Irish whiskeys, Cardamaro, lime juice, ginger syrup, and tamarind chutney, topped with vanilla soda and garnished with freshly grated nutmeg.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Jameson Black Barrel Irish whiskey
  • 1 ounce Cardamaro
  • 1/2 ounce Connemara cask-strength peated Irish whiskey
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 3/4 ounce ginger syrup
  • 3 dashes The Dead Rabbit Orinoco bitters
  • 1/2 teaspoon tamarind chutney
  • 1 splash vanilla soda
  • Garnish: freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine the Irish whiskeys, Cardamaro, lime juice, ginger syrup, bitters, and tamarind chutney.
  2. Shake the ingredients vigorously.
  3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass over fresh ice.
  4. Top the cocktail with a splash of vanilla soda.
  5. Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.