MOVE OVER WHISKEY, THERE’S A NEW IRISH SPIRIT IN TOWN
By Chilled Magazine
This Irish Gin is what you need for your St. Patrick’s Day cocktail game – Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin brings a fresh and exciting new taste to the Irish Spirits game.
Crafted at The Shed Distillery in Western Ireland, Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin is crafted from a blend of unique botanicals from all over the world. Gunpowder tea is one of the most noticeable flavors, with meadowsweet and coriander shining through; the result is a delightful, flavorful spirit perfect on it’s own or in a craft cocktail.
As you’re planning your St. Patrick’s Day drink menu, don’t sleep on these fresh new drinks from Drumshanbo!
Gunpowder of Middle Earth
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
- 1/2 fresh kiwi peeled and cubed*
- 1/2 oz. lemon juice
- 1/2 oz. simple syrup
*Note: You can use 1 1/4 oz. kiwi puree alternative
Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a shaker and muddler to create flavor. Add ice to vessel and toss. Double strain into coupe glass. Garnish with slice of kiwi.
The Spice Market
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. Vanilla Chai tea
- 1 oz. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
- 1/2 oz. Apricot Liqueur
- 1 bar spoon of Orgeat Syrup
- 1 bar spoon of Spice syrup
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice and add all the ingredients. Shake really well until the shaker is icy. Double strain into a highball and garnish with a hollowed-out passionfruit.
The Curious Jackalope
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
- 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz. fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/4 oz. sugar syrup
Preparation: Shake and serve over ice. Garnish with fresh mint and a generous grapefruit wedge.